Species Profile
Whiptail Catfish
Rineloricaria parva
Algae Eaterspeaceful
Adult size
6″
Minimum tank
30 gal
Temperature
72–79°F
pH
6–7.5
Schooling
Solitary OK
Water level
bottom
Diet
Algae wafers, biofilm, blanched veggies
Notes
Long whip-like tail. Spends the day flat against driftwood or glass. Needs a varied veggie diet.
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