Pictus Catfish Pimelodus pictus
Water: Freshwater
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Overview
Scientific name
Pimelodus pictus
Origin region
South America
Care level
intermediate
Level in tank
bottom
Adult size (cm)
12.00
Minimum tank (L)
180
Temperament
semi-aggressive
Diet
carnivore
Water parameters
Temperature (°C)
24.0–28.0
pH
6.40–7.50
GH (dGH)
2.0–15.0
KH (dKH)
1.0–8.0
Habitat & environment
South America
Feeding
carnivore
Temperament & behaviour
semi-aggressive
Breeding & care
Rare in home aquaria.
Notes
Active nocturnal.