Mystus multiradiatus

Scientific name: Mystus multiradiatus

Common name: N/A

Family: Bagridae

Usual size in fish tanks: 12 - 13 cm (4.72 - 5.12 inch)

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Recommended pH range for the species: 6.5 - 7.3

Recommended water hardness (dGH): 6 - 15°N (107.14 - 267.86ppm)

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Recommended temperature: 23 - 26 °C (73.4 - 78.8°F)

The way how these fish reproduce: Spawning

Where the species comes from: South Asia

Temperament to its own species: peaceful

Temperament toward other fish species: peaceful

Usual place in the tank: Bottom levels

Food and feeding

Mystus multiradiatus will accept sinking pellets and wafers. Give treats of blood worms, brine shrimp and white worms also. Be careful about putting it with small tank mates as it will attempt to eat them as well.

Origin

Asia; Mystus multiradiatus are found in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Sexing

There are no visible differences between the sexes.

Breeding

As of yet, there are no reported cases of these breeding in the aquarium

Lifespan

The expected life span of Mystus multiradiatus is believed to be 5 years.

Short description

These are not an aggressive fish to other members of the same species so a small group can be kept together. They do require larger tank mates and plenty of hiding places in the tank. Larger barbs and Rasboras are ideal tank mates but the water needs to be of a premium quality. Regular water changes are a must.

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