Pyu Stream Catfish (Akysis longifilis)

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Pyu Stream Catfish

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Pyu Stream Catfish

Akysis longifilis

57 Litres (15 US G.)

5.3-5.5 cm (2.1-2.2")

sg

Freshwater

pH

6.7 - 7.2

18 -23 °C (64.4-73.4°F)

6-16 °d

1:1 M:F

Omnivore
Live Foods
Other (See article)

3-10 years

Family

Akysidae




Environment specifics[edit]

Should be provided with sand in which to dig and other hiding places.


Behaviour[edit]

This fish likes to dig in and hide under sand. Will also hide in caves. Not very active during the day but may come out for food.

Species Note[edit]

Before 2006 this fish was categorised in with Akysis pictus.[1]

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