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09-20-2005, 02:44 AM
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Catfish
Catfish
Sub-order: Siluroidei  Plecostomus Hypostomus plecotomus Catfish are generally very hardy and easy to keep. They are almost exclusively freshwater fish and they can be found in every ecological niche. Their feeding habits range from plant-eaters to predators. Those catfish that are predatory will eat smaller fish. Description: Catfish are found all over the world and belong to a large family of Carp-like fish all of which can be recognized by their characteristic pairs of barbels. They also have a "Webers apparatus" along with other Carp-like fish and Characins. They are different from most other fish since catfish don't have scales, although some catfish have armor or bony plates for protection. Most catfish are also nocturnal, becoming active at night. Care and feeding: Because most catfish are nocturnal, they must be fed in the evening hours. Make sure they are eating since it is hard to tell with many of the armored catfish if they are losing weight. Some catfish are predatory, or predaceous, and will eat other fish if they are less than about half their own size. 
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#2
09-20-2005, 02:51 AM
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for Common Catfish family
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#3
10-13-2005, 02:57 PM
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Adolfos Cory
Adolfos Cory
 Fish Profile Scientific Name: Corydoras adolfoi Family: Callichthyidae Origin: Brazil Adult Size: 2.5 inches (6 cm) Social: Peaceful schooling fish Lifespan: 5 years Tank Level: Bottom dweller Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallon Diet: Omnivore, enjoys live food Breeding: Egglayer Care: Intermediate pH: 6.5 - 7.2 Hardness: 5-15 dGH Temperature: 72-79 F (22-26 C)
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#4
10-13-2005, 03:00 PM
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Debauwi Cat - Pareutropius buffei
Debauwi Cat
 Fish Profile Scientific Name: Pareutropius buffei Family: Schilbeidae Origin: Africa, Nigeria Adult Size: 3 inches (8 cm) Social: Peaceful, suitable for community tank Lifespan: 8 years Tank Level: Top, Mid dweller Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallon Diet: Omnivore, eats most foods Breeding: Egglayer Care: Intermediate pH: 6.0 - 7.5 Hardness: 1-25 dGH Temperature: 75-81 F (24-27 C)
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#5
10-13-2005, 03:03 PM
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Albino Driftwood Catfish - Auchenipterus nuchalis
Albino Driftwood Catfish
 Fish Profile Scientific Name: Auchenipterus nuchalis Family: Auchenipteridae Origin: South America Adult Size: 5 inches (15 cm) Social: Peaceful, but will eat small fish Lifespan: 8 years Tank Level: All levels Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallon Diet: Omnivore, eats most foods Breeding: Egglayer Care: Difficult pH: 6.7 - 7.2 Hardness: 7-16 dGH Temperature: 68-72 F (20-22 C)
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#6
10-13-2005, 03:04 PM
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Bandit Cory - Corydoras metae
Bandit Cory
 Fish Profile Scientific Name: Corydoras metae Family: Callichthyidae Origin: Colombia Adult Size: 2 inches (5 cm) Social: Peaceful Lifespan: 5 years Tank Level: Bottom dweller Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallon Diet: Omnivore, eats most foods Breeding: Egglayer Care: Easy to Intermediate pH: 6.5-7.0 Hardness: 4-5 dGH Temperature: 72-79 F(22-26 C)
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#7
10-13-2005, 04:08 PM
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Blackfin Cory
Blackfin Cory
 Fish Profile Scientific Name: Corydoras leucomelas Other Names: Spotted Cory Family: Callichthyidae Origin: Colombia, Peru Adult Size: 1.75 inches (4.5 cm) Social: Peaceful, suitable for community tanks Lifespan: 5+ years Tank Level: Bottom dweller Minimum Tank Size: 5 gallon Diet: Omnivore, eats most foods Breeding: Egglayer Care: Easy to Intermediate pH: 6.2-7.2 Hardness: 12 dGH Temperature: 72-79 F(22-26 C)
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#8
10-13-2005, 04:13 PM
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Bronze Cory - Corydoras aeneus - Green Corydoras
Bronze Cory
 Fish Profile Scientific Name: Corydoras aeneus Other Names: Green Corydoras Family: Callichthyidae Origin: Argentina, Colombia, Venezuela Adult Size: 2.5 inches (6 cm) Social: Peaceful Lifespan: 5 years Tank Level: Bottom dweller Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallon Diet: Omnivore Breeding: Egglayer Care: Easy pH: 5.8 - 7.0 Hardness: 2-30 dGH Temperature: 72-79 F (22-26 C) Description: Small, active and peaceful, the Bronze Cory is just one color variation of the same species known as the Green Cory. In addition to color variations of green, bronze, albino, and even black, this species is one of many fish that is sometimes injected with dye to enhance its color. If in doubt, do not purchase any specimens that are suspected of being color dyed. It is also wise to avoid any that have damaged barbels, or those having a sunken belly, which indicates inadequate feeding. Like all Corydoras, this species is armored with overlapping scales known as plates. Their fins possess a leading spine, which can be locked in place to make it difficult for larger fish to swallow them. This spine can make netting them difficult, and care should be taken when doing so. In the home aquarium, Corydoras aeneus are prized for being active, peaceful, charmingly expressive and easy to care for. Habitat/Care: Undemanding, Corydoras aeneus tolerates a wide variety of water conditions. However, they prefer an acid to neutral pH, soft to slightly hard water, and temperatures in the middle 70's. They are not tolerant of salt and should be moved if the tank is going to be salted. Like other Corys they prefer the company of their own kind, and should be kept in schools of a half dozen or more. Because they like to dig for food and their tender barbels are easily damaged, the ideal substrate is sand or small smooth edged gravel. They tend to be shy and should be provided with hiding places (preferably of wood or stone), as well as floating plants to subdue the lighting. They prefer low water levels similar to the shallow waters near the banks of the Amazon tributaries that are their native habitat. Diet: Corydoras aeneus are omnivorous, and will accept everything from flake to frozen foods. To maintain them in good health a variety of foods should be offered, including live foods such as worms and daphnia. They are bottom feeders, which can prove to be a problem due to the fact that other fish may consume most of the food before it reaches the bottom. Owners should observe them at feeding time to ensure they are getting a sufficient amount of food. Breeding: Spawning Corydoras aeneus is relatively easy. Purchasing a half dozen or more young specimens at the same time will ensure having at least one or two breeding pairs. Males are usually smaller and more slender than the females, particularly when viewed from the top. Prior to breeding, they should be condiitioned with high quality flake foods, as well as fresh or frozen bloodworms and brine shrimp Water should be on the acidic side. Rainwater is often used to lower the pH, however care should be taken to ensure that the water is not contaminated with toxins. A large water change (up to fifty percent) using water that is several degrees cooler than the breeding tank, will often trigger spawning. If having difficulties inducing spawning, try simulating rain by slowly adding water to the tank using a sprinkler. The normally shy Corydoras aeneus becomes amazingly active during courtship. Males will pursue females throughout the aquarium at breakneck pace, stopping to rub their body and barbels against the female whenever the opportunity arises. Once the female is in the mood she will search for suitable egg laying sites, and begins cleaning several suitable locations. As the courtship progresses, the roles eventually reverse and the female begins pursuing the male.Spawning begins in earnest when the pair assumes the classic T-position, in which the male is at right angles to the female with her head against his mid-section. The male will turn his body so that he can grasp the female's barbels with his pectoral fins. This position triggers the release of sperm as well as one to ten eggs, which the female will grasp with her pelvic fins. Once fertilized, she will deposit these eggs at a site she previously cleaned. The eggs are very sticky and will adhere firmly to the nesting site. Shortly thereafter the pair will again spawn, depositing a few eggs each time. This process continues until the female has released all her eggs, which can number as many as two to three hundred. Spawning may continue over a period of several days. Once spawning is complete, the adults should be removed, or the eggs moved to another tank where the fry can be reared. If moving the eggs, wait for twenty-four hours before moving them. Eggs are initially almost clear, but will darken as they develop. In approximately four to five days the eggs will hatch, although that may vary based on the environment. After they are hatched the fry will live on their yolk sac for another three to four days. Initially they may be fed infusoria or very fine powdered fry food, then move to freshly hatched brine shrimp, and eventually adult foods. Frequent water changes (ten percent daily or every other day) are critical during the grow out period.
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#9
10-13-2005, 04:16 PM
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Giant Whiptail - Sturisoma aureum - Golden Whiptai
Giant Whiptail
 Fish Profile Scientific Name: Sturisoma aureum Other Names: Golden Whiptail Family: Loricariidae Origin: Colombia, South America Adult Size: 9 inches (22 cm) Social: Peaceful Lifespan: 10+ years Tank Level: Mid, bottom dweller Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallon Diet: Herbivore, eats at night Breeding: Egglayer Care: Intermediate to Difficult pH: 6.5 - 7.8 Hardness: up to 25 dGH Temperature: 72-79 F(22-26 C)
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#10
10-13-2005, 04:19 PM
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Hog-Nosed Brochis - Brochis multiradiatus - Callichthyidae
 Fish Profile Scientific Name: Brochis multiradiatus Family: Callichthyidae Origin: Ecuador Adult Size: 3 inches (8 cm) Social: Peaceful, suitable for community tank Lifespan: 10 years Tank Level: Bottom dweller Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallon Diet: Ominvore, eats most foods Breeding: Egglayer Care: Easy pH: 6.0 - 7.2 Hardness: up to 15 dGH Temperature: 70-75 F (21-24 C)
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