Brown Hoplo Catfish
Remarks: Brown hoplo catfish (Hoplosternum littorale) are large catfish that can be found over a wide range of the Amazon. They have the ability to breathe atmospheric oxygen for a short period if oxygen levels drop, making them excellent inhabitants of slow-moving streams.
Scientific Name: Hoplosternum littorale
Common Name: Brown Hoplo Catfish
Max Size: 10"
pH: 5.0-7.2
Hardness: Soft
Temperature: 70-82°
Aggressiveness: Peaceful
Region of Origin: South America
Captive Bred or Wild: Wild
Diet: Flake or pellet, frozen and live food
Compatibility: Large tetras, peaceful South American cichlids, catfish.
Tank Mate Options:
- Geophagus sp. Red Head Tapajos
- Mouthbrooding Severum
- Green Severum
Description
Remarks: Brown hoplo catfish (Hoplosternum littorale) are large catfish that can be found over a wide range of the Amazon. They have the ability to breathe atmospheric oxygen for a short period if oxygen levels drop, making them excellent inhabitants of slow-moving streams.
Scientific Name: Hoplosternum littorale
Common Name: Brown Hoplo Catfish
Max Size: 10"
pH: 5.0-7.2
Hardness: Soft
Temperature: 70-82°
Aggressiveness: Peaceful
Region of Origin: South America
Captive Bred or Wild: Wild
Diet: Flake or pellet, frozen and live food
Compatibility: Large tetras, peaceful South American cichlids, catfish.
Tank Mate Options:
- Geophagus sp. Red Head Tapajos
- Mouthbrooding Severum
- Green Severum
