Driftwood Catfish (Trachelyopterus fisheri) 7cm | 水產百科網

NativetotheColombianRioSucio,theDriftwoodCatfishgrowstoapproximately27cm.Ithasaverticallyflattenedheadandbodywithabulgingthroat, ...

Native to the Colombian Rio Sucio, the Driftwood Catfish grows to approximately 27cm. It  has a vertically flattened head and body with a bulging throat, a vertically oriented caudal fin, chin whiskers, and a long dorsal spine that seemingly stems from its neck. Peaceful and sociable, these catfish are often seen out of hiding during the day and can be kept alongside other gentle South American species large enough that they can’t fit in their mouths. In captivity, these catfish do best with soft substrate, driftwood logs and branches, slate and rock piles, and caves, areas of open swimming space and dim lighting. A surface feeder by nature, these catfish predominantly feast on invertebrates including terrestrial insects and their aquatic larvae. In captivity they relish being offered live meals, though they accept frozen foods as well. Tank waters should be kept with temperatures between 24°c – 28°c, and pH of...