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Longnose Dora - (Platydoras hancockii)

Longnose Dora - (Platydoras hancockii)

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Longnose Dora - (Platydoras hancockii)
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🐟 Longnose Dora – (Platydoras hancockii) – Freshwater Catfish for Sale

The Longnose Dora (Platydoras hancockii) is a unique South American catfish prized for its elongated snout, bold body pattern, and hardy nature. Known for its armored body and peaceful temperament, this species makes an excellent addition to community aquariums, especially for hobbyists looking for a distinctive bottom-dweller.


🔎 Quick Facts – Longnose Dora

  • 📛 Common Name: Longnose Dora
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Platydoras hancockii
  • 🌍 Origin: South America – Amazon and Orinoco River basins
  • 🎨 Appearance: Armored body with bold dark and light striping, extended snout
  • 📏 Max Size: 6–8 inches (15–20 cm)
  • 💎 Availability: Longnose Dora catfish for sale

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • 🤝 Peaceful, suitable for community tanks
  • 🪵 Nocturnal, most active at night
  • 🐚 Enjoys burrowing and hiding in caves, under driftwood, or in dense plant cover
  • 📢 Produces a gentle "croaking" sound when handled or during social interaction

🏠 Tank Requirements – Longnose Dora Care

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 40+ gallons
  • 🪵 Provide caves, driftwood, and shaded hiding spaces
  • 🌿 Works well in planted or semi-planted aquariums
  • 🌊 Gentle to moderate water flow with clean, well-oxygenated water

💧 Water Parameters

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 72–79°F (22–26°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 6.0–7.5
  • 💧 Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

🍽️ Diet (Omnivorous)

  • 🍤 Sinking pellets and wafers
  • 🪱 Live or frozen foods such as bloodworms and brine shrimp
  • 🌿 Occasional blanched vegetables

🔍 Sexing

  • Males may be slimmer with slightly longer fin extensions
  • Females are typically rounder-bodied when mature

📋 Overview Table – Longnose Dora Care

Feature Details
🌍 Origin South America – Amazon & Orinoco basins
📏 Max Size 6–8 inches (15–20 cm)
😇 Temperament Peaceful
🏠 Tank Size 40+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 6.0–7.5
🌡️ Temp 72–79°F (22–26°C)
🍽️ Diet Omnivorous
🎯 Ideal For Community aquariums, catfish enthusiasts

✨ Highlight:
The Longnose Dora Catfish combines a striking appearance with an easygoing temperament, making it an attractive and hardy choice for community and catfish-focused aquariums.

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