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Name
Scientific name
Rineloricaria lanceolata
Described by
Not recorded
Family
Loricariidae
Common names
Whiptail Catfish
Photograph credits
All 1 credited
Summary
Rineloricaria lanceolata is a whiptail catfish from Peru and Brazil, usually found among leaf litter over sandy substrates. One of the most…
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
95mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Not recorded
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 25–28°C, pH 6–8
Hardness
5–20dGH
Conductivity
Not recorded
Behaviour
Temperament
Peaceful
Social needs
Not recorded
Community suitability
Community-safe
Where it lives
Countries, regions, rivers and lakes
Brazil, Peru
Writing
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
Peru and Brazil.
Habitat
Usually amongst leaf litter over sandy substrates, in both clear and whitewater habitats (whitewater meaning water containing a lot of dissolved sediment, as o…
Aquarium size
A pair could be kept in a tank as small as 18" x 15" x 12" (45cm x 37.5cm x 30cm) - 53 litres. Larger quarters would be required for a group.
Maintenance
A biotope setup can consist, very simply, of a layer of sand over which is scattered a layer of dried leaves (oak and beech are non-toxic and work particularly…
Water conditions
Temperature: 25 – 28 °C. pH: 6.0-8.0 Hardness: 5-20°H
Diet
Feeds on aufwuchs and small aquatic crustaceans in nature. In the aquarium it proves omnivorous and will accept both sinking dried foods, vegetable matter (inc…
Behaviour and compatibility
One of the most peaceful catfish around, these can be combined with many other species. In a biotope setup, good tankmates include small characins, Apistogramm…
Sexual dimorphism
Mature males develop odontotes on the head and pectoral spines, which are lacking in females.
Reproduction
If kept in suitable conditions and fed well, the fish will breed quite easily, although the fry can be a little tricky to raise. Try starting with a group of 6…
Notes
One of the most common of the numerous species sold as 'whiptail catfish', R. lanceolata is an excellent species for the newcomer to Loricariids or catfish bre…
References
References
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