Salween Rock Catfish

Hara filamentosa

Salween Rock Catfish is a peaceful bottom-dwelling fish. Solitary housing is permitted; group housing needs additional context.

PeacefulBottom dwellerSolitary housing is permitted; group housing needs additional contextBeginner – Intermediate

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Quick facts

Adult size: ≤ 2" (≤ 5.2 cm)
Aquarium size: ≥ 17.7" (≥ 45 cm) minimum length
Care level: Beginner – Intermediate
Temperament: Peaceful
Swimming zone: Bottom dweller
Temperature: 68–75°F (20–24°C)
pH: 6–7
GH: 2–12 dGH
Diet: Omnivore
Lifespan: up to 5 years
Group behavior: Solitary housing is permitted; group housing needs additional context

Care requirements

Care level: Beginner – Intermediate.

Lifespan: up to 5 years.

Water parameters

Suitable water: temperature 20–24 °C, pH 6–7, GH 2–12 dGH.

Temperament and compatibility

Salween Rock Catfish is peaceful and suits calm community fish.

Swimming zone and behavior

This fish uses the bottom area, so leave enough open substrate area for movement and feeding.

Feeding

As an omnivore, Salween Rock Catfish should receive a varied diet rather than one repeated food type.

Offer fine live, frozen and sinking dried invertebrate-based foods, including after lights out to ensure access.

Before adding this fish

Plan for an aquarium of ≥ 17.7" (≥ 45 cm) minimum length.
Avoid aggressive or highly competitive fish.
Solitary housing is permitted; group housing needs additional context.
Offer a varied diet suited to this species’ documented feeding habits.

Natural habitat and origin

Origin: Myanmar, Thailand.

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FAQ

How large does Salween Rock Catfish get?

Salween Rock Catfish reaches ≤ 2" (≤ 5.2 cm).

What aquarium size does Salween Rock Catfish need?

Use an aquarium of at least ≥ 17.7" (≥ 45 cm) minimum length.

Is Salween Rock Catfish peaceful?

Yes. Salween Rock Catfish 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 Salween Rock Catfish?

Keep it between 20 to 24 °C.

Should Salween Rock Catfish be kept alone or in a group?

Salween Rock Catfish: Solitary housing is permitted; group housing needs additional context.