Tadpole Madtom Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Tadpole Madtom in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: peaceful
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 20 gallons
• Compatibility: Generally compatible with other peaceful, similarly sized fish that do not outcompete it for food. Avoid aggressive or very large tank mates.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-filtered tank with plenty of hiding spots (e.g., caves, driftwood, dense vegetation) and a soft substrate. Nocturnal, so dim lighting or shaded areas are beneficial. Provide a varied diet of small live or frozen foods.

Water parameters

Temperature

65-75°F (18-24°C)

pH level

6.5-7.5

Hardness

5-15 dGH

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