A slender and uniquely patterned catfish, the Dashed Whiptail Catfish is admired for its elongated body and distinctive dashed markings. Native to South America, itâs a peaceful species ideal for well-maintained community tanks with soft substrates.
Water Parameters:
| đ·ïž Feature | đ Details |
|---|---|
| đ Common Name | Dashed Whiptail Catfish |
| đ§Ź Scientific Name | Acestridium martini |
| đ Origin | Amazon Basin, South America |
| đ Max Size | Up to 7 cm (2.7 inches) |
| đïž Temperament | Peaceful, shy |
| đ Tank Size | 20 gallons or more |
| âïž pH Range | 6.0â7.5 |
| đĄïž Temperature | 75â82°F (24â28°C) |
| đœïž Diet | Omnivorous, algae wafers, sinking pellets, live/frozen foods |
| đ Ideal For | Peaceful community tanks |
The Dashed Whiptail Catfish (Acestridium martini) is a peaceful, shy bottom-dweller with a slender body and dashed patterning. It thrives in soft-substrate tanks with gentle water flow and is ideal for peaceful communities.











