Upsidedown Catfish

Upsidedown Catfish

Upside-Down Catfish are fascinating and peaceful schooling catfish that spend much of their time swimming upside down to graze on the undersides of leaves and surfaces. Native to Central Africa, they thrive in community tanks with plenty of hiding places, driftwood, and gentle flow.

  • Temperature: 72–79°F

  • pH: 6.5–7.8 — Adapted to Tallahassee tap water

  • Hardness: 5–15 dGH

  • Temperament: Peaceful and shy; nocturnal

  • Recommended Group Size: 3 or more (more confident in groups)

  • Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons

  • Max Size: 3.5–4 inches

  • Diet: Fluval Bug Bites Bottom Feeder Formula, Hikari Sinking Wafers, frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp, and sinking pellets

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