{"product_id":"red-lizard-whiptail-catfish","title":"Red Lizard Whiptail Catfish","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRed Lizard Whiptail Catfish\u003c\/strong\u003e is a slim, red-orange Rineloricaria trade form with the elongated body and understated behaviour that whiptail enthusiasts love. In a mature planted aquarium, it is an appealing choice for keepers who appreciate peaceful fish and natural wood-and-sand layouts. Individual colour and lineage may vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy you'll love this fish\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts slender silhouette, gentle bottom-dwelling habits and striking reddish colour provide contrast against green plants and pale sand without the heavy bioload associated with much larger catfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey care information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific identity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rineloricaria sp., Red Lizard trade form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 10–12 cm, depending on strain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended tank:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 80 L or larger with generous bottom area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 23–27°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 6.0–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e suitable sinking omnivore foods, biofilm and appropriate supplementary frozen foods; algae alone is insufficient\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e generally peaceful; avoid aggressive or boisterous competitors at feeding time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCreating the right aquarium\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSet up a mature, well-oxygenated aquarium with fine substrate, driftwood, retreats and stable water quality. Place sinking food where the whiptail can reach it without being outcompeted. Allow hiding places and monitor its body condition after introduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBefore ordering\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplier availability must be confirmed before dispatch. The listed photograph is illustrative of the trade form, not a guarantee of the exact individual supplied. Current website stock is based on confirmed inventory.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Glass And Gill","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":54015233130790,"sku":"CT-0095","price":425.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/9810\/0774\/files\/glass-gill-red-lizard-whiptail-illustration_19fc61b4-a340-471e-becb-c001143ff583.png?v=1791111699","url":"https:\/\/www.glassandgill.co.za\/products\/red-lizard-whiptail-catfish","provider":"Glass And Gill","version":"1.0","type":"link"}