Fishician®Diet
Carnivore – sinking pellets, frozen bloodworms, tubifex, worms
Aquarium species profile
Pimelodella Catfish
Pimelodella sp. · South America (widely distributed)
Minimum tank30 gal
Adult size5"
Care levelEasy
TemperamentPeaceful
Temperature72–82°F
pH range6.0–7.5
Compatible tank mates
Community fish of all types
Tank mates to avoid
Very small fish (may eat at night), extremely aggressive fish
Care notes
Slender, long-whiskered catfish with a dark lateral stripe. Strictly nocturnal — hides by day and forages at night. Peaceful toward tank mates its own size. Provide driftwood and caves for hiding. Adaptable and hardy.
Check the whole aquarium. Tank size alone does not establish compatibility. Confirm adult size, water overlap, social grouping, territory, diet, and the individual animals before stocking.