{"product_id":"giraffenwels-auchenoglanis-occidentalis","title":"Giraffe Catfish – Auchenoglanis occidentalis","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"402\" data-end=\"751\"\u003eThe giraffe catfish (\u003cem data-start=\"443\" data-end=\"471\"\u003eAuchenoglanis occidentalis\u003c\/em\u003e) is an impressive African catfish that stands out with its distinctive, giraffe-like spotted pattern. This fascinating species combines robustness, peacefulness, and exciting behavior – a true classic for large aquariums with an African character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"1145\"\u003eIn its homeland, the river systems of West and Central Africa, \u003cem data-start=\"820\" data-end=\"848\"\u003eAuchenoglanis occidentalis\u003c\/em\u003e lives in slow-flowing or still waters with a sandy bottom. It searches for food there by sifting through the substrate – a typical behavior that can also be observed in the aquarium. Juveniles show particularly beautiful, high-contrast patterns that become lighter with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1178\"\u003eCharacteristics \u0026amp; Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003e🐟 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003eFish size:\u003c\/strong\u003e S (approx. 4–8 cm, juvenile)\u003cbr data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1227\"\u003e🌍 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e West \u0026amp; Central Africa – \u003cstrong data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1280\"\u003eWild caught\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–30 °C\u003cbr data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1314\"\u003e💧 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003epH value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7.8\u003cbr data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003e⚖️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1359\"\u003eTotal hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 20 °dGH\u003cbr data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1374\"\u003e🐠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003eSocial behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, bottom-oriented, curious\u003cbr data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1438\"\u003e🏞️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1455\"\u003eAquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e from 500 l with sand bottom, roots, stones \u0026amp; current\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1844\"\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1529\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003eThe giraffe catfish is an omnivore with a focus on animal food. Frozen and live food such as mysis, krill, mussel meat, or mosquito larvae are readily accepted. Additionally, it also eats food tablets and vegetable matter. A varied diet supports growth and vitality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"2125\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1849\" data-end=\"1858\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1861\"\u003eSince \u003cem data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1892\"\u003eAuchenoglanis occidentalis\u003c\/em\u003e likes to dig in the substrate, the aquarium bottom should consist of fine sand. Good filtration is important to remove stirred-up particles. It can be well socialized with other peaceful, larger fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2127\" data-end=\"2325\"\u003e👉 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2130\" data-end=\"2140\"\u003eConclusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2140\" data-end=\"2143\"\u003eThe giraffe catfish (\u003cem data-start=\"2161\" data-end=\"2189\"\u003eAuchenoglanis occidentalis\u003c\/em\u003e) is a peaceful, impressive bottom dweller with a unique pattern – ideal for large African or community aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AquaExotica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53562749354317,"sku":null,"price":34.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/5755\/7325\/files\/42196_22dade78dd944e95ebf249e4ec690e44.jpg?v=1773958379","url":"https:\/\/aquaexotica.de\/en\/products\/giraffenwels-auchenoglanis-occidentalis","provider":"AquaExotica","version":"1.0","type":"link"}