Emerald Catfish
NameEmerald Catfish
Scientific NameBrochis splendens
Common NamesEmerald Catfish, Emerald Brochis, Short-bodied Brochis
FamilyCallichthyidae
OriginSouth America, Amazon Basin, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelbeginner
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)3.5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesSmall Tetras, Rasboras, Danios, Other peaceful Corydoras species, Dwarf Cichlids, Livebearers, Otocinclus
Description
The Emerald Catfish is a peaceful, bottom-dwelling armored catfish known for its iridescent green-gold sheen. They are schooling fish that thrive in groups and are excellent scavengers for community aquariums, sifting through substrate for food.
