Illustrative Red Lizard Whiptail Catfish on driftwood; supplied fish may vary

Red Lizard Whiptail Catfish

R 425.00
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Illustrative Red Lizard Whiptail Catfish on driftwood; supplied fish may vary
Red Lizard Whiptail Catfish

Red Lizard Whiptail Catfish

Rineloricaria sp. (Red Lizard trade form)

R 425.00
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Low stock

Adult sizeApproximately 10–12 cm
Minimum tank80 Litres
Temperature23°C to 27°C
pH6.0 to 7.5
TemperamentPeaceful; avoid boisterous bottom dwellers
DifficultyIntermediate
DietOmnivore / sinking foods and biofilm

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Temperature23°C to 27°C
pH6.0 to 7.5
DietOmnivore / sinking foods and biofilm

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The Red Lizard Whiptail Catfish 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.

Why you'll love this fish

Its 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.

Key care information

  • Scientific identity: Rineloricaria sp., Red Lizard trade form
  • Adult size: approximately 10–12 cm, depending on strain
  • Recommended tank: approximately 80 L or larger with generous bottom area
  • Temperature: approximately 23–27°C
  • pH: approximately 6.0–7.5
  • Diet: suitable sinking omnivore foods, biofilm and appropriate supplementary frozen foods; algae alone is insufficient
  • Temperament: generally peaceful; avoid aggressive or boisterous competitors at feeding time
  • Difficulty: intermediate

Creating the right aquarium

Set 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.

Before ordering

Supplier 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.

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