Size
The fish can reach a height of eight inches (20 centimeters).
Physical Characteristics and Behavior
Members of the genus Callichthys have deeply depressed heads that make up less than 75% of the cleithral breadth, coracoids that are covered by skin and are not exposed ventrally, and infraorbital bones that are similarly covered by skin (except sometimes in mature males). Make sure their enclosure has a solid, sturdy cover because cascarudos are superb jumpers. Because cascarudos are nocturnal, it’s crucial to offer them cover throughout the day. One other name for this species is “Armoured Catfish.”
Care as a Pet
- Water Conditions
It can thrive in a variety of water types, including turbid but free-flowing streams and anoxic environments (slack water zones surrounded by dense vegetation). It can be discovered in waters that range in pH from 5.8 to 8.3, water hardness from 0 to 30 dGH, and temperature from 64 to 83 °F (18 to 28 °C).
- Diet
Can consume most commonly found prepared aquarium food. Will eat most items that sink, including vegetable debris and bloodworms. One or two times every day, feed. Since this fish is nocturnal, it is better to feed it at night.
- Tank Setup
Subtropical fish like this one. It ought to have a sizable tank with a fine gravel substrate, steady decorations, and deeply rooted plants. It’s possible to uproot delicate plants. It is a great jumper, and the tank needs to be completely covered.
- Temperament
It is a calm and generally undemanding species that prefers low light or the night to be active and hides in bright light. This fish can “crawl” in the wild by using its ventral fins to travel from a dried-up habitat to a more favorable one.
- Tank Mates
A typically calm nocturnal fish that can be kept with fish up to 6.4 cm (2.5″) in length; smaller fish can be consumed. does well with placid, non-angry South American fish of comparable size.
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