Dwarf Ctenopoma
Microctenopoma nanum
Dwarf Ctenopoma is a peaceful bottom-to-middle swimmer.
Save this fish or add it directly to one of your aquariums.
Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 7 cm (≤ 2.8 in)
- Care level
- Beginner – Intermediate
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Swimming zone
- Bottom to middle swimmer
- Temperature
- 17–23 °C
- pH
- 6–7.5
- GH
- 5–15 dGH
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 5 years
Care requirements
Care level: Beginner – Intermediate.
Lifespan: up to 5 years.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 17–23 °C, pH 6–7.5, GH 5–15 dGH.
Temperament and compatibility
Dwarf Ctenopoma is peaceful and suits calm community fish.
Swimming zone and behavior
This fish uses the lower to middle part of the aquarium, so leave enough open substrate area for movement and feeding.
Feeding
Use foods that suit a meatier diet and avoid combining it with fish small enough to be treated as food.
Make sure food reaches the substrate before faster fish take it.
Before adding this fish
- Avoid aggressive or highly competitive fish.
- Offer a varied diet that matches this species.
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FAQ
How large does Dwarf Ctenopoma get?
Dwarf Ctenopoma reaches ≤ 7 cm (≤ 2.8 in).
Is Dwarf Ctenopoma peaceful?
Yes. Dwarf Ctenopoma is recorded as peaceful and is best planned with calm community fish that do not harass it or dominate the feeding area.
What temperature is suitable for Dwarf Ctenopoma?
Keep it between 17 to 23 °C.