Kryptopterus macrocephalus
Ghost Catfish, Glass Catfish, Greatly-Headed Ghost Catfish
Temperature
20–26°C
pH
7–7
dGH
1–8 ppm
Size
15 cm
Tank
80 L
Kryptopterus macrocephalus, or Ghost Catfish, is noted for its transparent body, appearing almost entirely invisible within the water. This species features larger heads than other glass catfish, lending it the name 'Greatly-Headed'. It is a peaceful, schooling fish commonly housed with other small to medium-sized non-aggressive species.
Water parameters
Hardness
1–8 ppm
Temperature
20–26°C
pH
7–7
Tank & size
Fish size
15 cm
Tank length
60 cm
Tank volume
80 L
