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What can live with a Raphael catfish?

Here are some good tank mates you can keep with a Striped Raphael Catfish:

• Black Skirt Tetra.
• Bristlenose Pleco.
• Jaguar Cichlid (you need some room for this pairing)
• Pictus Catfish.
• African Butterfly Fish.
• Oscar Fish (if there’s enough tank space)
• Bichir (best with large tanks)
• Congo Tetra.

How fast do Striped Raphael Catfish grow?

A: Striped Raphael catfish grow to reach between seven and nine inches in length. This fish species grows very slowly, only growing an inch or so every one to two years until reaching its full adult size.

Can Raphael catfish live with guppies?

Of course, Raphaels are omnivorous catfish, and this means that fish keepers need to remember the number-one rule about fish compatibility: If a fish is small enough to fit in another fish’s mouth, that is usually where it will end up. So guppy and breeding tanks are no-nos for the Raphael.

Can Raphael catfish live with bettas?

They get along well with large fishes, but don’t keep them together with small sized tank mates, that they can eat (betta, guppies, platy). The fish will definitely eat them at night.

Are Raphael catfish territorial?

Venomous: No – Although not venomous, the Striped Raphael Catfish is armed with a set of spines sharp enough to do damage to the aquarists hand. Compatible with: Same species – conspecifics: Yes – They are somewhat territorial and may tussle on occasion when kept in a group, but no damage is done.

How much does a bumblebee catfish cost?

There are two types of Bumblebee Catfish, the South American Bumblebee Catfish, and the Asian type. These may look very similar but have totally different behaviors….Species Profile.