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Erethistes horai ( (Misra, 1976)
Image contributors to this species:
Jim Makin (1) Christian Hauzar (2)
ScotCat Sources:
Etymology = Genus  
Other Sources:
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Relevant Information: This is one of the larger species in this genus of mothcats as can be seen in the common name. Aquarium Care: A tank with a sandy bottom and rounded stones and pebbles with a good water flow as befits an asian hillstream setup. Good water quality is a must for this family. Keep the water temperature on the cool side of a tropical aquarium. Tank mates such as mediam sized barbs will make good tankmates. Diet: Prefers live foods such as bloodworm, grindle worm, white worm and daphnia.
Common Name: Elongate Moth Catfish
Synonyms: Hara horai
Family: Erethistidae
Distribution: Asia: Terai and Duars in north Bengal, India
Size: 7.0cm. (2¾ins)
Temp: 18-24°C (63 -75°F)
p.H. 6.5-7.2.
Reference: www.asiancatfish.com


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Family:  Erithistidae

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