Pictus Catfish - Pimelodus pictus

Species name: Pimelodus pictus

Synonym:

Common name: Pictus catfish, pim pictus, angelicus pim

Family: Pimelodidae

Order: Siluriformes

Class: Actinopterygii

Maximum size: 30 cm / 12 inches

Environment: freshwater

Origin: Amazon and its tributaries in Columbia and Peru

Temperament: Aggressive

Company: Pimelodus pictus (Pictus catfish) can be kept with other species that are to large to be eaten.

Water parameters: Temperature 22-25°C / 72-77°F; pH 6.0 – 8.0

Aquarium setup: Pictus catfish requires a large aquarium that is decorated with stones and roots that creates hiding places for the fishes.The hiding places should be large enough for the fishes to fit into them. Plants are not necessary. They prefer very clean water and weekly water changes of up to 25% of the water is recommended. This species should be kept in groups.

Feeding: They accept all aquarium food.

Breeding: Unknown

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