Farlowella Catfish

Scientific Name

Grows to:

Temp Range

Number to Buy

Hardiness:

Farlowella gracilis  

8"

 75-80

1 or more

B

Royal Farlowella
Sturisoma aureum  

8" 75-80 1 or more B

General:  Keep  with peaceful fish. Mature males develop bristles on head.  They are nocturnal.  Some driftwood in the tank is beneficial.  Provide plenty of swimming room and hiding spots. Rocks and caves make many catfish feel more secure. Avoid sharp objects such as glass gravel.

Diet: Specialized feeder whose diet is almost exclusively greens. Standard Diet, greens, algae and algae wafers

Compatibility:  Fish that go well with farlowella cats:  Community #1, Community #2, Community #3, Community #4, Community #5

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