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Apple Whiptail Catfish - (Acestridium scutatum)

Apple Whiptail Catfish - (Acestridium scutatum)

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Apple Whiptail Catfish - (Acestridium scutatum)
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🐟 Apple Whiptail Catfish - (Acestridium scutatum)

The Apple Whiptail Catfish (Acestridium scutatum) is a slender, twig-like loricariid catfish from South America, named for its resemblance to a small stick or twig in the water. Its camouflage, elongated body, and subtle earthy colors make it a fascinating and uncommon aquarium species, often favored by serious catfish collectors.


🌊 Tank Setup

  • 🏠 Tank Size: Minimum 20 gallons for a small group.
  • 🪵 Provide plenty of driftwood, leaf litter, and fine plants for hiding and grazing.
  • 💡 Gentle water flow with high oxygen levels is preferred.

🍽️ Diet

  • 🍃 Primarily herbivorous — grazes on algae, biofilm, and soft plant matter. Supplement with spirulina wafers, blanched vegetables (zucchini, spinach), and high-quality plant-based foods.

⚖️ Temperament

  • 🐟 Peaceful and shy; ideal for a calm community with other small, non-aggressive fish.

🧠 Behavior & Care

  • 🌡️ Water temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C).
  • 💧 pH: 6.0–7.5.
  • 📏 Grows up to 4 inches (10 cm).
  • 🌟 Requires pristine, well-oxygenated water for long-term health.

📋 At a glance

🔖 Scientific Name Acestridium scutatum
🐟 Common Name Apple Whiptail Catfish
🌎 Origin South America (Amazon Basin)
📏 Size Up to 4 inches (10 cm)
🌡️ Temperature 75–82°F (24–28°C)
💧 pH Range 6.0–7.5
🐟 Temperament Peaceful, shy
🏠 Tank Size 20+ gallons
🍽️ Diet Herbivore
🎯 Experience Intermediate

💡 Due to its unique shape and feeding habits, the Apple Whiptail Catfish is best suited for aquarists who can provide a calm, natural-style aquarium with an abundant algae and biofilm source.

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