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Hoplo Catfish
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The Hoplo Catfish are found throughout the Amazon River basin region and are often caught in large schools by the native collectors. In the fish tank, these catfish prefer to stake out their own territory in a rocky or wooded area. The hoplo catfish is a good tankmate with similar size fish and will eat small tankmates, so don't keep this pet fish with fish he can fit in his mouth.
Quick Facts
| Scientific Name | Megalechis thoracata |
| Origin | Amazon basin, South America |
| Care Level | Easy |
| Temperament | Peaceful (eats very small fish) |
| Adult Size | Up to 6" |
| Lifespan | 8–10 years |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Water Temperature | 72–82°F |
| pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| Group Size | Single or group |
| Shipping Size | Approx. 2" |
Care Guide
Tank setup: Hoplos are hardy. Give them a soft bottom, plants and a lid, since they gulp air at the surface.
Feeding: Feed sinking pellets once or twice a day. They also enjoy frozen foods like bloodworms.
Tankmates: They are peaceful and get along with most medium-sized community fish and cichlids.
Good to know: Hoplos are very hardy and can gulp air from the surface, so they handle many conditions well.
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