A photo of Chocolate frogmouth catfish

Chocolate frogmouth catfish

Chaca bankanensis

Neptune’s rating:

52
Check Compatibility
  • AffordabilityModerate
  • Aggression LevelVery Peaceful
  • Breeding AggressionHighly Aggressive
  • DifficultyModerate
  • HardinessModerate
  • Length10.0 - 25.0 cm
  • Liters per Fish60 L
  • Maintenance LevelHigh Maintenance
  • pH6.5 - 7.5
  • PopularityModerate
  • RarityUncommon
  • Minimum School Size3
  • Tank HabitatSurface Dweller, Mid-tank Dweller, Bottom Dweller
  • Temperature25.0 - 30.0 °C
  • Territorial BehaviourHighly Territorial

Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.

More about Chocolate frogmouth catfish

The Chocolate frogmouth catfish, also known as Chaca chaca, is a unique species of fish notable for its distinctive appearance and striking brown or chocolate color. Originating from the slow-moving waters and dense vegetation of South and Southeast Asia, this fish is easily recognized by its broad, flat head and mouth, resembling that of a frog. It has a dark, mottled brown appearance that helps it blend into the substrate, aiding its ambush hunting strategy. Despite its intriguing appearance, the Chocolate frogmouth catfish is not extremely popular or well-known in the aquarium hobby, likely due to its specialized care requirements and less active behavior. It remains a niche interest for some aquarium enthusiasts who appreciate its peculiar look and behavior.

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