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<b>Common Names:</b> Whiptail Cat, Twig Catfish
<br><b>Scientific Name:</b> <i>Farlowella acus</i>
<br><b>Family:</b> Loricariidae
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<br><b>Alkalinity:</b> 6.5-7.0 pH
<br><b>Temp:</b> 73-79°F
<br><b>Hardness:</b> 4-8 KH
<br><b>Life Span:</b> 10+ years
<br><b>Maximum Size:</b> 6 inches
<br><b>Preferred Tank Size:</b> 50g
<br><b>Diet:</b> Omnivore
<br><b>Breeding:</b>
<br><b>Temerament:</b> Peaceful
<br><b>Compatible:</b> Any peaceful or semi-aggressive tankmate of same or smaller size with similar water parameters
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<br><b>Habitat:</b> Planted aquariums with high aeration and water movement make for a healthy environment. Rocks and driftwood help to accent a natural habitat and provide hiding spaces to reduce stress.
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<br><b>In The Wild:</b> South America
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