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Pimelodus maculatus

Spotted Pimelodid, South American Catfish
Temperature
20–24°C
pH
7.4–7.4
dGH
5–20 ppm
Size
18 cm
Tank
150 L
The Pimelodus maculatus, known for its distinctive spotted pattern, is a peaceful and active fish. It thrives in tanks with ample swimming space and prefers environments that mimic its native riverine conditions. This catfish is known to be both a scavenger and an omnivore, making it an excellent addition to aquariums with mixed species. Despite its peaceful nature, smaller tank mates should be avoided due to its relatively large size and territorial behavior during feeding.

Water parameters

Hardness
5–20 ppm
Temperature
20–24°C
pH
7.4–7.4

Tank & size

Fish size
18 cm
Tank length
90 cm
Tank volume
150 L

Distribution

Argentina,Brazil.

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