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| Family: | Pimelodidae |
| Species: |
Pimelodus blochii |
| Common Name: |
Four-line pictus, Bloch’s catfish |
| Size: | 10in (25cm) |
| Habitat: | SOUTH AMERICA: River basins from Panama to Brazil. |
| Min Tank Size: | At least 55 gallons for adult. |
| Diet: | Omnivorous, will readily accept sinking cichlid pellets,catfish pellets,Algae wafers,frozen brine shrimp. |
| Behavior: | Peaceful with other large fish. Will eat smaller fish. |
| Water: | Temperature of 68°F to 79°F (20°-26° C) , pH range: 6.0 – 7.5; dH range: 4 10 |
| Care: | Easy. |
| Communities: | Do not keep with small fish. |
| Suitability: | For the more advanced. |
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