Freshwater FishIn stock
Care levelMedium
CompatibilityPeaceful
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Freshwater Fish
Glass Catfish
Care: MediumPeaceful
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Free care guide
About this freshwater fish
Kryptopterus vitreolus is a see-through schooling catfish that hovers in mid-water. In a group it feels safe and shows off its transparent body.
Glass Catfish Care Guide
- Tank size: 30 gallons; keep 6 or more
- Adult size: about 3 inches (8 cm)
- Temperature: 75–80°F (24–27°C)
- pH: 6.5–7.5
- Water: Gentle flow
- Diet: Small pellets, flakes, frozen bloodworms and brine shrimp
- Temperament: Peaceful and shy; stressed when kept alone
- Tank mates: Peaceful tetras, rasboras, gouramis and corydoras
Photo: Francesco Loda, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons, background removed. Representative photo of the species; individual animals vary.
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