CheckMyFishTankGlass Catfish care
Kryptopterus vitreolus · Freshwater · Intermediate level care
A see through catfish that is shy and needs a group.
Feeding
Twice a day. A small pinch they finish in about 2 minutes. Small pellets, frozen foods, brine shrimp.
Good tank mates
Fish that pass every check with Glass Catfish in a 60 gallon tank: same water, overlapping temperature, nobody gets eaten and no bullies.
Do not mix with
- Tinfoil Barb: Tinfoil Barb grows big enough to eat Glass Catfish.
- White Cloud Mountain Minnow: White Cloud Mountain Minnow and Glass Catfish need different water temperatures.
- German Blue Ram: German Blue Ram and Glass Catfish need different water temperatures.
- Discus: Discus and Glass Catfish need different water temperatures.
- Convict Cichlid: Convict Cichlid is aggressive and will bully peaceful Glass Catfish.
- Oscar: Oscar grows big enough to eat Glass Catfish.
- Jack Dempsey: Jack Dempsey grows big enough to eat Glass Catfish.
- Severum: Severum grows big enough to eat Glass Catfish.
Questions
What size tank does a Glass Catfish need?
At least 30 gallons for a group of 6. Adults grow to about 3 inches, so plan for the adult size, not the size at the store.
What temperature does a Glass Catfish like?
75 to 79 degrees Fahrenheit, with a pH of about 6.5 to 7. A steady temperature matters more than hitting one exact number.
How many Glass Catfish should I keep together?
Keep 6 or more. They feel safe in a group and show better color and behavior.
What do Glass Catfish eat?
Small pellets, frozen foods, brine shrimp. Feed twice a day: a small pinch they finish in about 2 minutes.
Sources
Checked against these sources on 2026-11-10. When sources disagree we use the safer number.