Black Upside Down Catfish

<p>The average adult is 12 inches. These fish has a dark base color and white or silver spots on the flanks; it spends most of its time upside down. This species is very territorial so it is advisable to only have one specimen, however, if they are kept in a group it is important to provide a large aquarium and enough caves or PVC pipes for each individual to call a home. It can be kept in a community aquarium with other large  and active fish,  this species can bother slow-moving tankmates and eat any smaller fish present. The water temperature should be between 73.4ºF and 80.6ºF and it should have a good current. This species isn’t recommended for beginners.</p>

<p>It can be fed with dried, live and frozen foods. A varied diet is recommended to keep the fish in good health and with a good coloration.</p>

<p>Mature females are wider, longer and rounder than mature males. Also, males have an elongated and genital papilla in front of the anal fin.</p>

<p><em>Mystus leucophasis</em> can be found in large rivers in Myanmar.</p>

<p>Since these fish are jumpers, it is advisable for the aquarium to have a lid.</p>

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