Brook Pencil Catfish
NameBrook Pencil Catfish
Scientific NameTrichomycterus rivulatus
Common NamesBrook Pencil Catfish, Mountain Catfish, Torrente Catfish
FamilyTrichomycteridae
OriginSouth America, Andes Mountains, Peru, Bolivia, Chile
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-75
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesPeaceful medium-sized tetras, Rasboras, Cool-water Corydoras species, Other peaceful bottom dwellers
Description
The Brook Pencil Catfish is a slender, elongated species native to cool, fast-flowing mountain streams of the Andes. These shy, bottom-dwelling fish are characterized by their distinctive lateral stripe and barbels. They require pristine, well-oxygenated water conditions to thrive in an aquarium.
