Description
Petricola Catfish are native to Lake Tanganyika in East Africa. Growing up to 10cm in length, Petricola catfish are renowned for their white whiskers and bronze bodies, covered in dark spots. They are nocturnal bottom feeders that do an excellent job as part of the tank clean up crew.
Special requirements: Must be kept in groups of four or more to reduce extreme shyness. To mimic their natural environment, consider slate, rocky caves and dim lighting which will help them to feel more secure.
Diet: At Wirral Aquatics we feed our Petricola catfish EBO Pro soft artemia, insect, mussel sticks and spirulina. We also feed live foods including mysis shrimp and brine shrimp.
Tank compatibility & care
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