Armored Catfish Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Armored Catfish in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: advanced
• Temperament: peaceful
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 75 gallons
• Compatibility: Best kept with other peaceful, similarly sized fish that do not compete for benthic food sources. Avoid very aggressive or fin-nipping species.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-established aquarium with plenty of hiding spots, such as caves, driftwood, and dense vegetation. A soft substrate (sand or fine gravel) is essential as they are benthic and may burrow. Good water quality with regular water changes is crucial. Dim lighting is preferred as they are primarily nocturnal.

Water parameters

Temperature

22-26°C (72-79°F)

pH level

6.0-7.5

Hardness

5-15 dGH

Explore Armored Catfish