Brown Hoplo Catfish

Remarks: Brown hoplo catfish (Hoplosternum littorale) are large catfish that can be found over a wide range of the Amazon. They have the ability to breathe atmospheric oxygen for a short period if oxygen levels drop, making them excellent inhabitants of slow-moving streams.

Scientific Name: Hoplosternum littorale

Common Name: Brown Hoplo Catfish

Max Size: 10"

pH: 5.0-7.2

Hardness: Soft

Temperature: 70-82°

Aggressiveness: Peaceful

Region of Origin: South America

Captive Bred or Wild: Wild

Diet: Flake or pellet, frozen and live food

Compatibility: Large tetras, peaceful South American cichlids, catfish.

Tank Mate Options:

• Geophagus sp. Red Head Tapajos
• Mouthbrooding Severum
• Green Severum