Gold Stripe Tiger Panaque

Panaqolus sp.

Gold Stripe Tiger Panaque is a peaceful bottom-to-middle swimmer.

PeacefulBottom to middle swimmerBeginner – Intermediate

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Quick facts

Adult size: ≤ 4.7" (≤ 12 cm)
Aquarium size: ≥ 31.5" (≥ 80 cm) minimum length
Care level: Beginner – Intermediate
Temperament: Peaceful
Swimming zone: Bottom to middle swimmer
Temperature: 77–84°F (25–29°C)
pH: 5–7
GH: 5–15 dGH
KH: 0–5 dKH
Diet: Omnivore
Lifespan: up to 8 years

Care requirements

Care level: Beginner – Intermediate.

Lifespan: up to 8 years.

Water parameters

Suitable water: temperature 25–29 °C, pH 5–7, GH 5–15 dGH, KH 0–5 dKH.

Temperament and compatibility

Gold Stripe Tiger Panaque 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

Provide soft wood and a fibre-rich diet, plus more caves than fish. Use sand or smooth fine gravel; do not house adults or groups in the smaller juvenile-pair aquarium.

How to feed aquarium fish — General freshwater community guidance

Before adding this fish

Plan for an aquarium of ≥ 31.5" (≥ 80 cm) minimum length.
Avoid aggressive or highly competitive fish.
Offer a varied diet suited to this species’ documented feeding habits.

Natural habitat and origin

Origin: Brazil.

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FAQ

How large does Gold Stripe Tiger Panaque get?

Gold Stripe Tiger Panaque reaches ≤ 4.7" (≤ 12 cm).

What aquarium size does Gold Stripe Tiger Panaque need?

Use an aquarium of at least ≥ 31.5" (≥ 80 cm) minimum length.

Is Gold Stripe Tiger Panaque peaceful?

Yes. Gold Stripe Tiger Panaque is recorded as peaceful and is best planned with calm community fish that do not harass it or dominate the feeding area.