Were did you buy the cat. It looks like a hybrid to me. I have 1 almost identical which is now 5inches after 12 mth. If I remember correctly it was sent in as a tank bred Multipunctatus but soon lost its white colour.

Well over a foot is not uncommon for albino plecs even the chocolate form.

We used to use this kind of filtration all the time years ago, albeit with extra current provided in the form of internal filters etc. Most of the aquariums in our shop are currently run on ug filters with no problems. Frequent cleaning is the key.

Nice fish. As the Jurense always been this dark? Good luck catching them out, Darren.

I cant see any probs with the Limas. They are more lively than the Chaca Chacas from what Ive observed.

Adding to what Jools as said, plecos do spend most of there time at the bottom half of the tank. If the substrate is not cleaned frequently, toxins can build up causing all sorts of problems. How often do you gravel clean?

I notice you have a rt shark. Have you noticed this bothering the fish in the tank? It may have stressed your plec.

Apart from disease in the form of internal worms etc, I think the tank breaking may hold the key. Did you reseal the tank yourself, and if so what sealant did you use? It sounds to me like a fungicidal based sealant as been used. Thus poisoning your fish. Are there any other fish in the tank other t...

Most cory cats are not fussy feeders and relish worms in particular. They may just be attracted to the scent of the food. As for the variety yours maybe the Cory Paleatus kind. I am not sure if there are any albino variants in other forms. As a general these cats can reach 3inches max. Your tank may...

Use a polyfilter of some description to remove the antibiotics, they will only kill more filter bacteria. I take it the fish never got returned to the lfs then.

We have several l25 cats at different sizes. They all seem to get more intense in colour as they get bigger. Feeding bloodworms and colour enhanced foods help. Do you have any pics it may not be an l25.

Although many cats grow lge to sell 5 tankbusters to somebody is a disgrace to the hobby. Take them back to your lfs they dont deserve to have a pet liceanse.

I would stick with the Eheims, you get what you pay for. As for cleaning, all filters require some attention on a frequent basis depending on stocking levels.

Yann is this medication available in the uk. Thanks Darren

Your cichlids should be fine. Where are u from as some medications work on pims better than others.

Hi I think now is the time to change the fishes tank mates to something a bit more robust. We keep these with no problems by giving them plenty of rocks caves etc.Try adding some lge tetras, or some cichlids from lake malawi or tanginyika. I would hang on to the angel as they are one of the most str...

Sparky check your water quality. Send a pic if you can.

I think you will be wise to leave the RTC were it is unless you are prepared to house him in a pond. The oscar would soon become a meal for said fish.

Hi. Bow fronted tanks do sometimes make fish look weird, more so when they are near the back of the tank. Your stock list as several pitfalls, most notably the pims will eat most of the tetras in a short space of time. As for overstocking, if done in moderation with frequent water changes and good f...

Fish must feel pain in some instances, although I must admit if they did surely they would have the sense not to lie up against heaters and burn for a start. I recently had a sick S Granulosus that was unfortunate to pick up a skin infection that rotted most of its skin around its adipose fin area. ...

The water in the midlands is crap as well . No need for terrorists to poison us the authorities do a good job allready. We advise most of our customers to use still bottled water when doing changes as the tap water is far too high in nitrate and other inpurities or use a purifierof some sorts.

Hi Tim. Contact evolution aqua ( I can get no if req'd) they are now selling lge pumps based around the Hi Blow range as these pumps seem bullet proof they come highly reconmended. They are cheap to run and the 80 or 100 model should meet your requirements, we have run an 80 model with 80 airstones ...

We have had both of these fish in our shop at around 10 inch. The Adonis we currently have in are around 4inch. Even larger specimens of the Adonis seem to keep there spots at least on the ones that we have had and sold. As for the Hystrix its black anyway and on appearance is much more prickly. I h...

I have not seen this behaviour as you describe . In tanks with sand I have seen them dive into the sand, if frightened or disturbed and have also seen them act dead when I have tried to catch them. let us know how they fare.

Tom what country are u in. I have not seen this fish in the UK for 14yrs in the flesh. The ones that people say are available are upwards of £200.

Nolan . My Hemibagrus Wyckii is also an evil cat, and although only 12inch he makes things hell at cleaning times. The L14 in the tank fears for its life. I would suggest trying some pond gauntlets, they are made of a tough rubber which is non toxic, and will go right up to your shoulders . Much bet...

Tom I cant send you an email reply for some reason? Most of us think all cats are special but some have an aura about them this one is no exception lgr specimens are quite majestic as with all the members of its group.

Unless the melafix in the states is differen't to ours it does not contain any antibiotics. It is an anti bacteracide based around T tree oil, it works well when used when acquiring new fish and in conjunction with antibiotics to treat flexibacter and other serious infections. I have kept Zebras as ...

Charly are these medicenes readily available from aquatic shops in france or do you get them from a vets?

Hi the ones I have had in the past have been fine as juveniles but aggresive in adult stages. The largest 1 I have had was 12inch inc caudal fin but most come in at around 2-3inch. They are very hardy and carry alot of armour. They do not like being with other Pseudo's and will fight until they infl...