Pyu Stream Catfish (Akysis longifilis)

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Pyu Stream Catfish

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Pyu Stream Catfish

Akysis longifilis

57 Litres (15 US G.)

5.3-5.5 cm (2.1-2.2")

sg

Freshwater

pH

6.7 - 7.2

18 -23 °C (64.4-73.4°F)

6-16 °d

1:1 M:F

Omnivore
Live Foods
Other (See article)

3-10 years

Family

Akysidae




Environment specifics

Should be provided with sand in which to dig and other hiding places.


Behaviour

This fish likes to dig in and hide under sand. Will also hide in caves. Not very active during the day but may come out for food.

Species Note

Before 2006 this fish was categorised in with Akysis pictus.[1]

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