{"product_id":"zwerg-giraffenwels-notoglanidium-macrostoma","title":"Dwarf Giraffe Catfish – Notoglanidium macrostoma","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"359\" data-end=\"701\"\u003eThe Dwarf Giraffe Catfish (\u003cem data-start=\"406\" data-end=\"432\"\u003eNotoglanidium macrostoma\u003c\/em\u003e) is an extraordinary African catfish, captivating with its unusual body shape and calm nature. It resembles a smaller version of the well-known Giraffe Catfish but remains significantly smaller, making it suitable for medium-sized aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003eIn its native habitat, the rivers and tributaries of Central Africa, \u003cem data-start=\"768\" data-end=\"794\"\u003eNotoglanidium macrostoma\u003c\/em\u003e lives near the bottom in calm, oxygen-rich waters. There, it searches for insect larvae and small invertebrates in sandy and muddy areas. This rarely kept species is robust, peaceful, and exhibits interesting, leisurely behavior – ideal for enthusiasts of specialized African fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003eCharacteristics \u0026amp; Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003e🐟 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1148\"\u003eFish size:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 10–12 cm (adults)\u003cbr data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1179\"\u003e🌍 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1195\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Central Africa (Congo Basin) – \u003cstrong data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003eWild caught\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1242\"\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28 °C\u003cbr data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003e💧 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1288\"\u003epH value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7.8\u003cbr data-start=\"1296\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003e⚖️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1318\"\u003eTotal hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 20 °dGH\u003cbr data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1333\"\u003e🐠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1356\"\u003eSocial behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, calm, bottom-oriented\u003cbr data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1393\"\u003e🏞️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003eAquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e from 200 l with sand substrate, roots, leaves \u0026amp; hiding places\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1774\"\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1483\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003eThe Dwarf Giraffe Catfish is an omnivore with a preference for animal food. Frozen and live food such as mosquito larvae, Artemia, and Mysis are readily accepted, as are sinking granules and food tablets. A varied diet supports health and color intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1776\" data-end=\"1992\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1779\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1791\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1791\" data-end=\"1817\"\u003eNotoglanidium macrostoma\u003c\/em\u003e prefers calm tanks with subdued lighting and plenty of hiding places. It can be well cohabited with other peaceful, not-too-small fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2180\"\u003e👉 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2007\"\u003eConclusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2007\" data-end=\"2010\"\u003eThe Dwarf Giraffe Catfish (\u003cem data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2060\"\u003eNotoglanidium macrostoma\u003c\/em\u003e) is a peaceful, rare bottom-dwelling catfish from Africa – perfect for lovers of unusual, small-growing species.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AquaExotica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53562749190477,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/5755\/7325\/files\/64233_8c1d7554577408360364b3f6bd5a3c5b.jpg?v=1773958372","url":"https:\/\/aquaexotica.de\/en\/products\/zwerg-giraffenwels-notoglanidium-macrostoma","provider":"AquaExotica","version":"1.0","type":"link"}