Aluminum catfish (Chrysichthys longipinnis)

Scientific name: Chrysichthys longipinnis Boulenger, 1899

The Aluminum catfish (Chrysichthys longipinnis) is a freshwater fish of the family Claroteidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 20–25°C (68–77°F). Native range: Africa, Congo River basin.

Aluminum catfish care at a glance

Temperature: 20–25°C (68–77°F)

Biology

Only the young is popular in the aquarium trade. Feeds mainly on worms.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Chrysichthys longipinnis
Family: Claroteidae (Claroteid catfishes)
Order: Siluriformes (Catfish)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 70.0
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: 6.3 - 7.5; dH range: 4 - 12 demersal
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Africa: Congo River basin.
Conservation status (IUCN): Least Concern (LC)
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: commercial
Resilience: Medium, minimum population doubling time 1.4 - 4.4 years (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)