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Family:
Callichthyidae
Species:
Aspidoras fuscoguttatus
Common Name:
None.
Size:
2in (5cm)
Habitat:
South America: Upper Paraná River basin.
Min Tank Size:
At least 10 gallons.
Diet:
Omnivorous, They will eat some vegetation and plant/algae material off of rocks and wood, but make sure to feed them in addition: vegetable tablets, live, or flake food.
Behavior:
A peaceful species that won't harass or harm others.
Water:
Temperature of 72°F to 77°F (22°-25°
C) , pH range: 5.5 – 6.8; soft to medium hardness, KH 3-10, dH
0-12.
Care:
Be sure to supplement their food as they are not
exclusive algae eaters.
Communities:
Can be housed with other peaceful freshwater fish.
Suitability:
All experience levels, excellent addition to community tanks as a bottom dweller.
