Flagtail Catfish

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Scientific Name

Dianema urostriatum

Min. Tank Size

40 gallons

Personality

Peaceful

Temperature

75-82°F

pH

6.0-8.0/5-19°dGH

Size

4.5"

Diet

Omnivore

Breeding

Egglayer

Compatibility

Well suited to the community tank; can be kept with Tetras , Corydoras, Cichlids and Loaches.

Flagtail Catfish

Also called the Stripedtail Catfish, Flagtail Catfish are easily identified by the dark, lateral stripes on their tails. These fish typically have dark or light brown bodies ornamented with small, dark brown spots. Flagtail Catfish are native to the Amazon River basin in Brazil where they can be found in slow-moving waters such as tributaries, creeks and lakes. Because most specimens are wild caught, they may be delicate in regards to water quality and may be particularly susceptible to disease.

Tank Set-Up

Flagtail Catfish are very peaceful fishes, well suited to larger community tanks. These fish can be kept safely with a variety of Amazonian species. This species is best kept in a tank lined with sandy substrate and ornamented with submerged roots and driftwood. The addition of leaf litter and live plants is recommmended in order to further simulate the natural environment of Flagtail Catfish.

Feeding

Flagtail Catfish are likely to accept a variety of foods and will often feed from the bottom of the tank. To maintain health and color, offer these fish a staple diet of high-quality sinking pellets or wafers supplemented with small live and frozen foods such as chopped earthworms, brine shrimp and bloodworms.

Breeding

Little information exists about breeding Flagtail Catfish, but replicating the conditions of the rainy season is thought help to encourage spawning. This can be done by reducing the tank temperature and performing large, cool water changes. To increase the chances of spawning, select a group of 4 to 6 fish and begin to feed them heavily a few weeks after increasing the water level using cool water.