Mystus wolffii

Scientific name: Mystus wolffii

Common name: N/A

Family: Bagridae

Usual size in fish tanks: 18 - 22 cm (7.09 - 8.66 inch)

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Recommended pH range for the species: 6.4 - 7.8

Recommended water hardness (dGH): 8 - 20°N (142.86 - 357.14ppm)

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Recommended temperature: 22 - 26 °C (71.6 - 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 wolffii will feed mainly on insects and crustaceans. In the aquarium, they will accept live, frozen foods, or specially prepared foods.

Origin

Asia; Mystus wolffii are found from Thailand to Indonesia.

Sexing

Males have extended papilla in front of the anal fin.

Breeding

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

Lifespan

The average life span for this species can be up to 30 years.

Short description

Add plenty of driftwood and plants to the aquarium to provide hiding places. Mystus wolffii are classed as a shoaling species so should be kept in small groups. Ideal tank mates would be the larger barb species or Rasboras.

Pictures

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