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Glyptothorax platypogon 7-8cm

$2599 CAD
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SKU: 43761691037886

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Glyptothorax platypogon 7-8cm

Description

Glyptothorax platypogon is a small species of catfish belonging to the family Sisoridae, commonly found in fast-flowing freshwater streams in Indonesia, particularly in Java.

  • Family: Sisoridae (sisorid catfishes)
  • Order: Siluriformes
  • Size: Up to 10 cm total length
  • Habitat: Prefers benthopelagic zones in tropical streams with gravel and rocky substrates
  • Temperature Range: 18–22°C
  • pH Range: 6.0–7.0

Distinctive Features:

  • Adhesive Apparatus: Located on the thorax, helps the fish cling to rocks in fast currents
  • Body Shape: Elongated with an oval cross-section
  • Coloration: Typically lacks prominent dark longitudinal stripes on the caudal fin
  • Mouth: Premaxillary toothband is half-exposed when closed
  • Fins: Dorsal fin has a concave margin; pectoral-fin spine is relatively short

 


Specifications

  • Category
    Catfish
  • Species Type
    Dusky Cory
  • Water Temperature
    72°F to 78°F
  • Minimum Tank Size
    20 Gallons
  • Water pH Level
    Acidic, Neutral
  • Habitat Preference
    Driftwood, Rocky Tanks, Hiding Spots, Planted Tanks, Sandy Tanks
  • Behaviour
    Community Fish, Shoaling, Bottom-Dwelling

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Glyptothorax platypogon
Danshuiyu Indonesia

Glyptothorax platypogon 7-8cm

$2599 CAD

Glyptothorax platypogon is a small species of catfish belonging to the family Sisoridae, commonly found in fast-flowing freshwater streams in Indonesia, particularly in Java.

  • Family: Sisoridae (sisorid catfishes)
  • Order: Siluriformes
  • Size: Up to 10 cm total length
  • Habitat: Prefers benthopelagic zones in tropical streams with gravel and rocky substrates
  • Temperature Range: 18–22°C
  • pH Range: 6.0–7.0

Distinctive Features:

  • Adhesive Apparatus: Located on the thorax, helps the fish cling to rocks in fast currents
  • Body Shape: Elongated with an oval cross-section
  • Coloration: Typically lacks prominent dark longitudinal stripes on the caudal fin
  • Mouth: Premaxillary toothband is half-exposed when closed
  • Fins: Dorsal fin has a concave margin; pectoral-fin spine is relatively short

 


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