Hoplo Catfish

Hoplo cats are a popular catfish because they are hardy, peaceful, and often stay out in the front of the tank.  They are an armour plated catfish that is suitable for community tanks with other fish of similar size.  They have the ability to breath atmospheric air.  They breed by making bubblenests. They can be kept as singles or groups.  They grow to 6" . Temperature 65-85

Suitable tankmates may include barbs, sharks, gouramis, silver dollars, kribensis, and other similar size fish.

Feed flakes and sinking pellets.

Scientific Name: Megalechis picta