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Long Nose Farlowella Twig Catfish
Long Nose Farlowella Twig Catfish
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Long Nose Farlowella Twig Catfish
Elegant • Peaceful • Algae-Grazing Specialist
Bring home one of the most unique and beautifully camouflaged catfish in the hobby! The Long Nose Farlowella (Twig Catfish) is a peaceful, slender-bodied species loved for its striking appearance and excellent algae-grazing abilities.
These calm, gentle fish are perfect for planted aquariums, where they can perch on wood, stems, and leaves just like they would in the wild. Their natural brown, stick-like look makes them an amazing addition for aquascapes and display tanks.
Care & Behaviour
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Temperament: Peaceful, solitary or in small groups
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Diet: Algae, biofilm, sinking wafers, blanched veg
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Tank Size: 80L+
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Ideal Setup: Soft flow, driftwood, smooth surfaces, well-established tanks
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Temperature: 22–26°C
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pH: 6.5–7.5
These catfish thrive in mature, stable tanks with plenty of hiding spots and natural surfaces to graze on. They do best with gentle tankmates such as tetras, rasboras, peaceful gourami, and Corydoras.
Why You’ll Love Them
✔ Beautiful, natural “twig†appearance
✔ Great algae grazers
✔ Peaceful addition to planted tanks
✔ Fascinating behaviour and perching
Add a truly eye-catching, unique species to your aquarium today with the Long Nose Farlowella Twig Catfish — available now at Top Fin Aquatics NZ!
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