Red Lizard Whiptail L10A

Red Lizard Whiptail Catfish is a unique and fascinating species known for its elongated body and striking red markings. Our red whiptail catfish for sale grow to around 12cm and make an excellent addition to aquariums, especially those with plenty of hiding spots and a peaceful community setup.

Location

The Red Lizard Whiptail (L10A) is a red form of a Rineloricaria whiptail catfish from the rivers of South America, and thrives in slow flowing waters with dense vegetation. In aquariums, they do best in a tank that replicates their natural environment, with plenty of hiding spots and soft substrates.

Diet

This catfish is an omnivore that grazes mainly on algae, detritus, and plant matter. Supplementing their diet with sinking pellets, algae wafers, and occasional live foods like brine shrimp will help keep them healthy and active.

Care

Red Lizard Whiptail Catfish prefer water temperatures between 24 and 28°C and a well-maintained tank with good filtration. They thrive in peaceful aquariums with stable water conditions and benefit from a tank with plenty of hiding spaces like caves and plants.

Habitat

These catfish prefer a tank with a soft, sandy substrate and low lighting. They are natural algae grazers, making them a helpful addition to aquariums with planted tanks or areas prone to algae growth.

Breeding

Red Lizard Whiptails breed readily in captivity. The male guards the eggs inside a cave or tube until they hatch, so narrow caves or pipes will encourage spawning.

Buy more and save, with multi-buy discounts from 5 fish. Pair them with lemon blue eye pleco or sterbai corydoras, or browse all our catfish and plecos.

Shipping Information

We take care to ensure your order arrives in excellent condition and ready to settle into your aquarium. All orders are shipped with tracking, and the cut-off time for same-day dispatch is 4 pm.

Orders containing dry goods, shrimp, snails or plants are dispatched Monday to Friday via Royal Mail for fast, reliable delivery. Livestock, in particular live fish and invertebrates, are dispatched Monday to Wednesday only, using an approved overnight courier, to avoid weekend delays and ensure safe and timely delivery.

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