Fish Profiles at Pet Resources -- Porthole Catfish

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Porthole Catfish (Dianema longibarbis)

Synonyms:	...	(Click to Enlarge) Image provided by Mia Woodman
Stats:	Adult Size: 4" (10 cm) Temp: 72-82 F (24-28 C) Tank: 36 " (90 cm) minimum
Requirements:	Plants and multiple hiding places are needed to keep this fish comfortable.
Diet:	Almost all foods, especially fond of frozen bloodworms, and catfish pellets.
Breeding:	...
Sociability:	Not very picky, may eat smaller tankmates or fry. not particularly aggressive with their own species.
Related Spec:	Dianema urostriata - Flag-Tailed Catfish
Special Info:	This fish is often a bit harder to find in shops, though it is quite commonly available.