Other Catfish
Porthole Catfish
Dianema longibarbis
A peaceful cory relative with a row of 'porthole' spots along the flank.
- Water
- Freshwater
- Temperature
- 72–79°F
- pH
- 6–7.5
- Hardness
- 2–15 dGH
- Max size
- 4 in
- Min tank
- 30 gal
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Social
- Social (3+)
- Swim level
- Bottom-mid
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Care level
- Beginner
- Lifespan
- 8-10 years
- Breeding
- Bubble-nester
- Suitability
- Common
- Origin
- South America (Amazon)
A larger, sociable callichthyid that often rests mid-water on plants and wood. Hardy and easygoing, it suits community tanks with calm tankmates. Keep a small group over sand.