Choosing catfish
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Pictus catfish do better in schools. How big is your tank? When choosing tank mates for Pictus cats you want to choose fish that won't fit in their mouth.
Pimilodus ornatus is an unfussy omnivore. Most prepared foods are taken and the fish will happily gorge itself on live or frozen foods. Bloodworm induces a feeding frenzy and is good for acclimatizing new, smaller acquisitions. The fish will eat huge amounts in one day, its belly swelling to resemble a marble and can comfortably live off this for up to a week.
This species is Peaceful but will eat smaller fishes. Larger active fish such as tetras, most barbs and gouramis. They can also be kept in groups but do not suffer from being kept singly. Angelfish and other ''graceful'' fish are sometimes bothered by this species' barbels particularly during ''lights-out".
Max size: 11-14 inches.
This species is Peaceful but will eat smaller fishes. Larger active fish such as tetras, most barbs and gouramis. They can also be kept in groups but do not suffer from being kept singly. Angelfish and other ''graceful'' fish are sometimes bothered by this species' barbels particularly during ''lights-out".
Max size: 11-14 inches.