Neptune’s rating:
63- AffordabilityModerate
- Aggression LevelVery Peaceful
- Breeding AggressionSlightly More Aggressive
- DifficultyModerate
- HardinessModerate
- Length20.0 - 30.0 cm
- Liters per Fish20 L
- Maintenance LevelLow Maintenance
- pH6.0 - 7.8
- PopularityPopular
- RarityUncommon
- Minimum School Size5
- Tank HabitatSurface Dweller, Mid-tank Dweller, Bottom Dweller
- Temperature24.0 - 29.0 °C
- Territorial BehaviourModerately Territorial
Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.
More about Three-striped African catfish
The Three-striped African catfish, characterized by its distinctive trio of dark longitudinal stripes against a lighter body, hails from freshwater environments across Africa. It possesses a sleek, elongated physique, adapted well for its aquatic life. This species, despite its striking appearance, is not among the most prominent in the aquarium hobby, likely due to its size, care requirements, or availability.