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Ompok bimaculatus

Butter Catfish, Pabda, Indian Butter Fish
Temperature
20–26°C
pH
8–8
dGH
4–28 ppm
Size
45 cm
Tank
450 L
- Ompok bimaculatus is a peaceful species, though it can be predatory towards smaller fish in the tank. - Darker substrates and proper hiding spots recreating their natural habitat help them thrive. - They are omnivores, feeding on smaller fish, insects, and plant matter in the wild. A varied diet in captivity ensures they receive essential nutrients. - While they are generally hardy, they require well-oxygenated and clean water with efficient filtration. - This species is increasingly caught for consumption, leading to a decline in wild populations.

Water parameters

Hardness
4–28 ppm
Temperature
20–26°C
pH
8–8

Tank & size

Fish size
45 cm
Tank length
180 cm
Tank volume
450 L

Distribution

Afghanistan,Bangladesh,Cambodia,China,India,Indonesia,Laos,Nepal,Pakistan,Sri Lanka,Thailand,Vietnam.

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