Giraffe Nosed Catfish
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The Giraffe Nosed Catfish comes from lake and river systems located throughout Africa. It has a large head and is a marbled or spotted gray with a few black spots arranged in a line.
A 125 gallon or larger aquarium is required for this catfish due to the large size. Provide an aquarium with a warm, stable temperature, and plenty of rocks and plants. The Giraffe Nosed Catfish is a very peaceful tank member and appreciates having several hiding places.
There is currently no documentation on the sexing and breeding of this species.
The Giraffe Nosed Catfish is omnivorous and should be offered sinking catfish pellets, freeze-dried bloodworms, tubifex, and a good quality flake food.
Quick Stats:
Minimum Tank Size: 125 gallons
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Peaceful
Water Conditions: 75-82° F, pH 6.5-7.8, KH 4-15
Color Form: Black
Diet: Omnivore
Origin: Africa
Family: Bagridae
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Could you please tell me if the girrafe nosed catfish is able to live in a 75 G if not that is okay but what i realley wanted to know is if the girrafe nosed catfish got huge like how big do they get do you have one? Do you know anyone who has one? if so could you please post this info for me to see cause ive been looking all over the internet i would also like to know the price range for these superb animals thanks it realy would be great if you could find all this out i hope this isnt asking to much but you seem like an expert so THANKS!
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