Talking Catfish
Platydoras Costatus
The Talking cat is a medium to large catfish. They are relatively peaceful but they will eat anything that can fit in their mouths.
Current Size – 7-8cm
Adult Length – 18cm
Temperature Range – 22 - 27°C
pH Range – 6.5 – 7.8
Special Requirements: Talking cats have serrated edges to their pectoral fins that clamp together when they have cause to. Do not catch with a net as they can catch their fins on the netting and be difficult to remove without damaging the fish.
Tanks Mates and Compatibility – They are peaceful and robust so can tolerate most large fish environments
Feeding – They will accept most food, including catfish pellets and frozen blood work etc.wing catfish that needs space. Prefers a soft substrate.
Please note – Some images used are library photos and will show the colour potential at a fully mature size, as our fish are juveniles they may vary.
We always aim to supply the fish as close to the purchase size as possible. On rare occasions if this is not possible we will contact you.
The fish are selected at random however you are welcome to make a note on the order and the fish manager will do his best for you, requests are dependent on stock at the time of your order.
