Catfish - Pictus 5cm Cutie
Catfish - Pictus 5cm Cutie

Catfish - Pictus 5cm Cutie

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Catfish - Pictus 5cm Cutie

Catfish - Pictus 5cm Cutie

85.00 AUD 49.00 AUD
Catfish - Pictus 5cm Cutie
Catfish - Pictus 5cm Cutie

Catfish - Pictus 5cm Cutie

85.00 AUD 49.00 AUD
Quantity: 1 pc
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Pictus Catfish

 

The Pictus Catfish (*Pimelodus pictus*) is a popular freshwater species known for its active behavior and distinct whisker-like barbels. Below is a care guide to help maintain a healthy environment for this fish:

### 1. **Tank Setup**
- **Tank Size:** Minimum 55 gallons, as Pictus catfish are active swimmers and need plenty of space.
- **Substrate:** Fine gravel or sand to prevent injury to their barbels.
- **Decorations:** Provide plenty of hiding places, such as driftwood, rocks, and plants, as they like to retreat to cover.
- **Lighting:** Moderate; not too bright, as they prefer dimly lit environments.

### 2. **Water Parameters**
- **Temperature:** 75-81°F (24-27°C)
- **pH:** 6.5-7.5
- **Water Hardness:** 5-15 dGH
- **Filtration:** Strong filtration is necessary due to their high activity level, which increases waste production. Ensure good water flow, as they prefer well-oxygenated water.
- **Water Changes:** Perform 25-30% water changes weekly to maintain water quality.

### 3. **Diet**
- **Omnivorous:** Feed a balanced diet consisting of:
- High-quality sinking pellets or wafers
- Frozen or live foods like bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia
- Occasional vegetables, such as blanched zucchini or cucumber
- **Feeding Frequency:** Twice a day, providing enough food for them to consume in a few minutes.

### 4. **Behavior and Compatibility**
- **Activity:** Nocturnal and very active, especially at night. They will explore and scavenge the bottom of the tank.
- **Tank Mates:** Peaceful fish, but avoid housing with very small fish (like neon tetras), as Pictus may accidentally eat them. Good tank mates include:
- Larger tetras
- Barbs
- Gouramis
- Other peaceful catfish species
- **Schooling:** They prefer to be kept in groups of at least 3 to 5 for social interaction, but they can be kept alone if needed.

### 5. **Common Health Issues**
- **Barbel Damage:** Pictus catfish have long barbels, which can be easily damaged by rough substrate or poor water conditions. Keep water quality high and provide smooth surfaces.
- **Ich (White Spot Disease):** Like many tropical fish, they are susceptible to ich, which can be treated by raising the water temperature and using appropriate medication.

### 6. **Breeding**
- **Difficulty:** Breeding in home aquariums is extremely rare and difficult, as they require specific water conditions and environments that are hard to replicate. Most Pictus catfish in the aquarium trade are wild-caught.

### 7. **Lifespan**
- With proper care, Pictus catfish can live up to 8-10 years.

Providing the right environment and diet is key to maintaining a healthy Pictus catfish. Their active and inquisitive nature makes them a joy to watch, especially during feeding times.

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Note:
We can’t ship Livestock and Live Plants to WA and TAS due to State Restrictions. Kindly check out our DOA and other policies before purchase!!

What to Expect from Us
All Aquatic plants and animals come with a 100% live arrival guarantee!!
 

 

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Shipping and DOAs Policy
Shipping and DOAs Policy
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Important Notes:
Our goal is to use the fastest delivery service possible, although the shipping fee may be higher, we always want our customers to be satisfied and make sure the livestock arrives at your door safe and healthy.

** DOA POLICY UPDATED AUGUST 02 2023

  • For any livestock, you have in your order. If there is any dead problem during transportation. You can send us an email and the video of you receiving the package, if there is more than 50% damage, we will send a replacement, and if less than 50% we will send store credit.

** Area do not ship.

  • Western Australia.
  • Tasmania.
  • Northern Territory.

** Shipping Unit.

  • Startrack premium for livestock and Auspost for others.

 

  • StarTrack Company - StarTrack best courier in Australia (StarTrack Courier Service company of Australia's post office).
  • Auspost – Australia Post (Australia's national postal service provider).

 

  • We only ship from Monday to Wednesday. 
  • Any orders you make from noon Wednesday onward will be processed the next Monday.
  • All orders from Monday to noon of Wednesday will be shipped out in the same week.
  • For any livestock you have in your order, we will ship them via express services such as Toll and Startrack Premium. This will usually take 24 - 48 hours to reach you. (after leaving our workshop)

** How long is the shipping time for livestock?

  • Shipping time is 24-48 hours for live goods.

** For other shipping.

  • If you choose express shipping will be 1-3 days for business and 5-7 days for standard shipping.
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Micro Aquatic Care Instructions
Micro Aquatic Care Instructions
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Our shop always delivers healthy shrimp and fish with the best color of their own.

However, the shrimp and fish you receive may be discolored and the reason of this issue is strong vibration during transportation and they're not be fed during the transport period

To handle this problem we highly recommend to you:

🚩Let the fish relax helps them adapt to any changes in water temperature in the tank. Also prevents pH shock - an imbalance between the water in the shop tank and your tank.

🚩Place the fish bag in a cool, corner, and dark place. Prevent the bag from being bumped, slipped, or dropped. This'll give your new fish a good recovery and acclimatization after a shaky ride from the shop to your home. 

🚩Feed your old fish first to distract them, preventing them from bullying your new fish.

🚩Your new aquarium tank should have a pH of zero ammonia and chlorine before adding new fish.

🚩Turn off the lights, reduce the glare in the room, or limit the light entering the aquarium. This will help the new fish not be stressed.

  • Providing them with excellent water quality, giving them a good environment, and feeding them.
  • Fish that live in exceptional-quality water conditions shine brighter and are far more vibrant
  • Use water conditioner
  • A water conditioner is essential for a healthy tank and colorful, lively fish.
  • Provide good filtration
  • Perform weekly water changes
  • Perform weekly maintenance
  • Provide correct temperatures:
  1. Aquarium size
  2. Safe retreats
  3. Lighting
  4. Tank mates
  5. Species numbers
  • Color Enhancing Fish Food
  • Color Enhancing Vegetables, Fruit, Herbs, And Other Things:
  1. Bell peppers
  2. Bok choy
  3. Kale
  4. Winter squash
  5. Broccoli
  6. Collards
  7. Pumpkin
  8. Mustard greens
  • Crushed and Powdered Herbs are a good diet supplement:
  1. Turmeric
  2. Garlic
  3. Basil
  4. Coriander
  5. Parsley
  • Healthy social environment-Making sure the social environment is balanced
  • Premium fish food – using a variety of foods provides your fish with essential vitamins and minerals, keeping them healthy
  • Spirulina, for example, is a type of algae known to enhance pigment in fish naturally
  • Bloodworms, brine shrimp, and krill are other natural color-enhancing foods.
  • LED lighting – available in many color spectrums, LED lighting is another way of enhancing fish hue.
  • Vitamin supplements – adding supplements to your fish diet can also help improve their coloring.
  • Using the Art of Color to Enhance Fish Pigmentation in an Aquarium
  • Contrasting colors in an aquarium is a great way to make the tank ‘pop’ with life and vitality
  • Choosing the gravel, plants, and decorations for the tank
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