Asian Stone Catfish
(Hara jerdoni)
Product Overview
The Asian Stone Catfish, also known as the Dwarf Stone Catfish or Anchor Catfish, is a small, peaceful, and highly camouflaged bottom-dweller. Native to the slow-moving streams of India and Bangladesh, this fish is prized for its unique appearance resembling a piece of driftwood or a stone. Its hardy nature and minimal care requirements make it an excellent choice for nano and community tanks.
Key Features
- Species: Hara jerdoni
- Size: 1 to 1.5 inches (Adult)
- Care Level: Easy
- Temperament: Peaceful
- Lifespan: 5 to 7 years
- Diet: Omnivorous (Sinking pellets, live or frozen foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp)
Tank Requirements
- Minimum Tank Size: 5 gallons
- Water Temperature: 68°F to 75°F
- pH Range: 6.0 to 7.5
- Water Hardness: Soft to moderate
- Tank Setup: Provide a sandy or smooth gravel substrate, dense planting, and plenty of hiding spots using driftwood, rocks, or caves.
Why Choose Asian Stone Catfish?
- Unique Appearance: Its stone-like camouflage adds an interesting natural aesthetic.
- Low Maintenance: A hardy species that thrives in a range of water conditions.
- Peaceful Tank Mate: Perfect for nano tanks or peaceful community aquariums.
Care Tips
- Keep in groups of 3 or more to encourage natural behavior.
- Avoid boisterous or aggressive tank mates that may outcompete them for food.
- Provide dim lighting to mimic their natural habitat and enhance their activity.
The Asian Stone Cat is the perfect fish for nano tanks as small as 3 gallons.
These miniature catfish are super friendly and are community friendly fish that can even be kept with smaller shrimp such as Neocardina or Caridina.
Also known as the Hara jerdoni or dwarf moth catfish
