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White Spot Bulldog Catfish (Chaetostoma species (L188))

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Chaetostoma species L188 pic

Chaetostoma species L188 pic

Chaetostoma species L188 pic
Images courtesy of Mia Woodman

Stats:

Adult Size: 3" (7.5 cm)
Temp: 76-80 F (24-26 C)
Tank: 24 " (60 cm) minimum

Requirements:
Cooler water, current enjoyed.
Diet:
Algae, Algae tablets and sinking foods. Frozen foods also appreciated.
Breeding:
Not well documented, males blockier snout, river tank a possibility.
Sociability:
Can't be mixed with conspecifics, otherwise doesn't care.
Related Spec:
Chaetostoma thomasi -- Striped Bulldog Pleco
Special Info:

These fish come from very clean fast flowing cool streams in South America, but are highly adaptable, and can live at tropical temps.

More info --
River Tanks

 

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updated: March 18, 2002