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Giant Whiptail

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Giant Whiptail

Giant Whiptail

Scientific Name:

Sturisoma aureum
Other Names: Golden Whiptail
Family: Loricariidae
Origin: Colombia, South America
Adult Size: 9 inches (22 cm)
Social: Peaceful
Lifespan: 10+ years
Tank Level: Mid, bottom dweller
Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallon
Diet: Herbivore, eats at night
Breeding: Egglayer
Care: Intermediate to Difficult
pH: 6.5 - 7.8
Hardness: up to 25 dGH
Temperature: 72-79 F(22-26 C)
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