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Name
Scientific name
Pimelodus ornatus
Described by
Not recorded
Family
Pimelodidae
Common names
Ornate Pim
Photograph credits
All 1 credited
Summary
The ornate pim, Pimelodus ornatus, is a pimelodid catfish recorded in major river systems from Colombia and Venezuela south to Paraguay and…
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
280mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Minimum length 150 cm, Minimum depth 60 cm, Minimum height 60 cm
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 24–25°C, pH 6–7.2
Hardness
2–18dGH
Conductivity
Not recorded
Behaviour
Temperament
Predatory
Social needs
A shoal or group
Community suitability
Not recorded
Where it lives
Countries, regions, rivers and lakes
Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Venezuela, Amazon, Orinoco, Paraná
Writing
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
Widespread throughout much of northern South America. It's been recorded in various major river systems in Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana…
Habitat
Tends to be found in shallow, flowing waters over sandy or muddy substrates, including both main river channels and their tributaries. It also inhabits pools a…
Aquarium size
It's an active species and needs a big tank. Something around 150 ∗ 60 ∗ 60 cm - ~540 litres should really be the minimum size considered to house one of these…
Maintenance
Does best in a dimly lit environment with plenty of swimming space, and a few hiding places to provide security. You won't see it move around as much in a brig…
Water conditions
Temperature: Most sources recommend a somewhat restrictive temperature range of 75-77°F (24-25°C). However given the species' natural distribution and migrator…
Diet
Very easy to feed, although you may need to add food at night until the fish are acclimatised to their surroundings. It mainly preys on aquatic invertebrates i…
Behaviour and compatibility
Peaceful enough but bear in mind this is a predatory species that won't hesitate to eat smaller fish. It's really only suitable for roomy tanks with occupants …
Sexual dimorphism
Unknown, although adult females are likely to be stockier in build than males.
Reproduction
There are no reports of successful breeding in the hobby. It's a migratory species, travelling quite large distances upstream during the wet season to spawn. T…
Notes
There are currently 32 genera included in the family Pimelodidae (including Pimelodus), making it the second largest and one of the most diverse amongst catfis…
References
References
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