Glass Catfish
(Kryptopterus bicirrhis)

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Glass Catfish: The Enigmatic Shoaler for Your Aquarium

Add a truly unique element to your freshwater display with the remarkable Glass Catfish. Their schooling grace and distinctive semi-transparent bodies create an ethereal spectacle.

Overview

The true Glass Catfish (*Kryptopterus bicirrhis*) is an elongated, laterally compressed species from Southeast Asia. Unlike its smaller, fully transparent relative often seen in the hobby, *K. bicirrhis* displays a mostly opaque, light greyish body with visible transparency primarily around the head, revealing its delicate backbone. They possess two long barbels and exhibit a captivating iridescence under proper lighting. These peaceful yet somewhat timid fish thrive in active, cohesive schools, creating a mesmerizing dynamic in your mid-water column.

Care Level

Caring for *Kryptopterus bicirrhis* is moderately challenging, best suited for intermediate aquarists. They are a schooling species, requiring groups of at least six to feel secure and display natural behaviors. Generally peaceful, they should be housed with similarly sized, docile tank mates, as they can be stressed by overly boisterous fish or may predate on very small fry.

Tank Essentials

A mature aquarium of at least 100-120 litres is essential for a school of Glass Catfish, with larger tanks (180+ litres) recommended for bigger groups or community setups. Provide ample open swimming space, along with dense planting and driftwood for hiding. Maintain stable water parameters: pH 6.0-7.5 and temperatures between 21-27°C. Subdued lighting and gentle to moderate water flow are preferred to mimic their natural habitat.

Diet

Glass Catfish are omnivorous, primarily micro-predators. Offer a varied diet of high-quality, small sinking pellets or flakes, supplemented regularly with live or frozen foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia. Ensure food particles are small enough for their delicate mouths and reach the mid-water swimming zone.

Why Buy From Us

When you buy Glass Catfish online from Corais de Vidro, you receive healthy, responsibly sourced aquarium fish. Our meticulous quarantine protocols and humane shipping practices ensure your new aquatic companions arrive in prime condition, ready to thrive in your carefully prepared healthy aquarium. We prioritize the well-being of every fish we sell.

• Scientific Name: *Kryptopterus bicirrhis*
• Common Name / Variant: Glass Catfish
• Maximum Size: 15 cm
• Origin: Southeast Asia (Mekong, Chao Phraya basins, Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo)
• pH Range: 6.0–7.5
• Temperature: 21–27°C
• Lifespan: 5–7 years
• Swimming Zone: Mid

Create a captivating school of these elegant Glass Catfish in your aquarium today!