Gagata gagata
by Abhisek Mishra

isorids are my favourite genus of catfishes, let alone among all fish native to India. Gagata gagata can be found in the Ganges-Brahmaputra drainage and are also known to enter the estuaries formed by these two rivers.

 

Gagata gagata

Gagata gagata

 

Habitat:

Sisorid catfish dwell mostly in fast to moderate flowing waters with exceptions being Erethistes sp. which are found in rather calmer waters.

Aquarium Care:

Probably the most hardiest gagata among all species found in India, but will still require pristine water conditions with low temperatures and live food. A bigger tank is recommended by me as they are constant swimmers, if not acclimatised properly will swim to their death. A beautiful addition to any riverine tank with a sandy/cobbly substrate.

 

Photo Credit

Abhisek Mishra

 

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