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Rita kuturnee

Kuturnee River Catfish, Indian Long-Snout Catfish, River Shark Catfish
Temperature
22–27°C
pH
7–7
dGH
5–15 ppm
Size
26 cm
Tank
200 L
Rita kuturnee are benthic, schooling fish and should be kept in groups of 3 or more to mimic their natural social structures and to help reduce stress. They are known for their elongated snouts which they use to scavenge the riverbed for food.

Water parameters

Hardness
5–15 ppm
Temperature
22–27°C
pH
7–7

Tank & size

Fish size
26 cm
Tank length
100 cm
Tank volume
200 L

Distribution

India.

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