Whiptail catfish (Dasyloricaria filamentosa) is a species of armored catfish endemic to Colombia where it is found in the Magdalena River basin and is suspected to also occur in the Catatumbo River. This species grows to a length of 26 centimetres (10 in) SL.
Classification
Loricariidae
Distribution
Peru and Brazil.
Habitat
Usually amongst leaf litter over sandy substrates, in both clear and whitewater habitats (whitewater meaning water containing a lot of dissolved sediment, as opposed to rapids).
Maximum Standard Length
3.8″ (9.5cm).
Aquarium Size
A pair could be kept in a tank as small as 18″ x 15″ x 12″ (45cm x 37.5cm x 30cm) – 53 litres. Larger quarters would be required for a group.