Striped Raphael Catfish (Platydoras costatus), Striped

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Striped

Platydoras costatus, Striped Raphael Catfish Description and care.

compatibility	With Any Peaceful Fish
type of aquarium	Open
minimum aquarium size	Not Less Than 100 Liters
family	Thorny catfishes
care level	Easy
light needs	Muted
color of fish	Striped
length of fish	10-20 Cm
layers of habitat in the aquarium	Bottom Layer
temperature of water	Near 25°C
bottom type in the aquarium	Coarse Sand
habitat	Freshwater Fish
temperament	Calm
body shape of fish	Elongated