{"product_id":"chameleon-whiptail-pseudohemiodon-aphitanos","title":"Chameleon Whiptail (Pseudohemiodon apithanos)","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1.75;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #399643;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChameleon Whiptail (Pseudohemiodon apithanos)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChameleon Whiptail for specialty freshwater aquariums in Canada.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Chameleon Whiptail is a remarkable loricariid catfish known for its broad, flattened body and ability to blend with sandy surroundings. Its peaceful character and unusual shape make it an excellent specialty fish for calm, thoughtfully maintained aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color: #399643;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy This Fish Stands Out\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRare whiptail appearance with natural camouflage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful temperament suited to gentle community setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFascinating sand-dwelling behaviour for loricariid enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color: #399643;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eUse fine sand rather than sharp gravel, with shaded areas and gentle hiding spaces. Keep it with peaceful fish that will not outcompete it at feeding time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color: #399643;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eOffer sinking foods, soft wafers, frozen foods, and varied supplementary feeding delivered where this slow-moving fish can access it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color: #399643;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTopick Aquarium Livestock Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    All fish at Topick Aquarium are quarantined and conditioned to stable local tap water before sale.\n    Although this species may originate from water with different natural parameters, stability, proper acclimation, filtration, and a mature aquarium remain more important than chasing exact numbers.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color: #399643;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePseudohemiodon apithanos\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to approximately 30 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate to Advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Environment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stable, fully cycled freshwater aquarium with species-appropriate shelter and filtration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color: #399643;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is it called a Chameleon Whiptail?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts coloration can shift subtly against sandy and leaf-littered backgrounds, helping it remain camouflaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this fish need sand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFine sand is strongly recommended because the fish rests and moves across the substrate with its flattened body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable with active community fish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is peaceful, but fast or boisterous feeders may prevent it from receiving enough food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Topick Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"Jumbo (~20 cm)","offer_id":46054821462250,"sku":null,"price":129.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9091\/5818\/files\/chameleon-whiptail-pseudohemiodon-aphitanos-jumbo-20cm-livestock-483.webp?v=1772836274","url":"https:\/\/topickaquarium.com\/products\/chameleon-whiptail-pseudohemiodon-aphitanos","provider":"Topick Aquarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}