Glass Catfish

Glass Catfish is a distinctive transparent schooling catfish admired for its elegant shape and calm behavior. It performs best in quiet, established aquariums with gentle tank mates, subdued lighting, and the security of a proper group.

Why Aquarists Like This Fish

Popular for its unusual transparent body, calm schooling behavior, and elegant look in planted community aquariums with dark backgrounds and gentle flow.

Topick Aquarium Conditioning Standard

At Topick Aquarium, these fish are kept in conditioned tap water systems and observed for overall stability, feeding response, and transition into aquarium life. This helps reduce the gap between import stress and long-term success in the home aquarium.

Parameters & Care

• Tank Size: 20 gallons or larger recommended
• Temperature: 24-28°C (75-82°F)
• pH: 6.5-7.5
• Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water
• Temperament: Peaceful but shy schooling fish
• Group Size: Best kept in groups of 6 or more
• Diet: Fine frozen foods, live foods, quality prepared foods

Feeding & Compatibility

Offer a varied diet and match this fish with calm, suitable tank mates. Stable maintenance, consistent feeding, and the right aquarium layout usually matter more than chasing perfect numbers on paper.

Species Specific FAQ

Do Glass Catfish need a group?
Yes. They are far more stable and natural-looking when kept in a proper group, ideally 6 or more.

Why do they hide so much?
Hiding is usually linked to too small a group, harsh lighting, or overly active tank mates. A calm planted setup usually helps them settle better.

Are they beginner fish?
They are better for aquarists with an established tank and a gentle community setup rather than a very new aquarium.

What are good tank mates?
Small tetra species, rasboras, peaceful gouramis, and other calm community fish are usually the best fit.

Canada Shipping & Local Pickup

Available for pickup in Markham, Ontario, or shipped across Canada with care. As with all livestock, proper acclimation, a mature aquarium, and species-appropriate tank mates remain important for long-term success.