Hardy, peaceful, beginner-friendly bottom catfish—best kept in a school.
Parameters
-
Care level: Easy
-
Adult size: ~2.5–3 inches
-
Temperament: Peaceful schooling catfish
-
Tank size: 20+ gallons
-
Group size: 6+
-
Temperature: 77–80°F
-
pH: 7.0–8.0
-
Hardness: Soft to moderately hard
-
Diet: Omnivore (sinking foods)
Tankmates
-
Good: Most peaceful community fish
-
Avoid: Aggressive fish that stress them out