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Striped Raphael Catfish
Platydoras armatulus
Beginner Peaceful fish freshwater
About
Armored catfish with bold black and white stripes that vocalizes; nocturnal and long-lived.
Water Parameters
Temperature
76 - 86 °F
Ideal: 76 - 82 °F
pH
5.8 - 7.5
GH (Hardness)
2 - 20 dGH
Quick Facts
Max Size
8"
Min Tank Size
50 gallons
Diet
omnivore
Swimming Zone
bottom
Bioload
medium
Category
catfish