Can Pictus Catfish Live With Rabbit Snail (Elephant Snail)?
Pictus Catfish and Rabbit Snail are compatible. Temperature overlap 76–81°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 55 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Pictus Catfish | Rabbit Snail (Elephant Snail) | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–77°F | 77–86°F | 76–81°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6.5–7.5 | 7.5–8.5 | 7.5–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 4.7" | 4.7" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 40 gal | 11 gal | 55 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | intermediate | — |
Tank Requirements for Pictus Catfish + Rabbit Snail (Elephant Snail)
To keep Pictus Catfish and Rabbit Snail (Elephant Snail) together, you need at minimum a 55 gallon tank. Pictus Catfish should be kept in a school of 4+. Rabbit Snail (Elephant Snail) should be kept in a school of 3+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Pictus Catfish
Pimelodus pictus
The Pictus Catfish (Pimelodus pictus) is a intermediate freshwater species known for its silver, black spots coloration. Active. Mid to Bottom.
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Tylomelania spp.
The Rabbit Snail (Elephant Snail) (Tylomelania spp.) is a intermediate freshwater species known for its black-brown shell, orange-yellow body coloration. Long snout. Bottom to Surfaces.
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