Live fish · WA only
Glass Catfish (Kryptopterus vitreolus)
Glass Catfish (Kryptopterus vitreolus), view 2

A see through catfish that hovers in a group in calm water.

Care levelModerate
EasyModerateExpert
Water temperature23 to 28°C
18°C32°C
Group sizeKeep 5 or more
Adult size6.5cm
LivesMiddle
DietCarnivore
SuitsCommunity tanksPlanted tanks

Glass Catfish

Kryptopterus vitreolus4.6(26)reviews
Moderate carePeacefulKeep 5+
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10 in our tanksShips Tue or Wed
Live fish delivery, WA only$35 Perth metro and Mandurah, $65 rest of WA. One fee covers your whole order, plants and dry goods included. Sent overnight on Tuesdays and Wednesdays to a street address (no PO Boxes).
Free pickup in KenwickOpen Tue to Sat, 12pm to 6pm

A see through catfish that hovers in a group in calm water.

Care levelModerate
EasyModerateExpert
Water temperature23 to 28°C
18°C32°C
Group sizeKeep 5 or more
Adult size6.5cm
LivesMiddle
DietCarnivore
SuitsCommunity tanksPlanted tanks

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About this fish

Glass Catfish is a unique, transparent species that adds a fascinating visual element to peaceful aquariums.

Why you will love it

  • Transparent body creates a striking display
  • Schooling species (min. 5)
  • Approx size: 8–10 cm
  • Calm and gentle temperament
  • Best in well-established tanks

Care requirements

  • Care level: Moderate
  • Adult size: 8–10 cm
  • Temperature: 24 to 28 °C
  • pH: 6.0 to 7.5
  • Swimming level: Mid
  • Minimum group size: 5+

Feeding: Small live/frozen foods preferred.
Compatibility: Peaceful, easily stressed by aggressive fish.
School of Scape quality: We select healthy fish and recommend acclimation and stable parameters for best results.

How your fish arrive

Packed in oxygen filled bags inside an insulated box and sent overnight by air express on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Live arrival

8 hour live arrival guarantee. If a fish arrives dead or clearly stressed from transit, contact us within 8 hours of delivery with photos of the fish in the original sealed bag, and we will replace or refund it. Freight is not refundable, and someone needs to be home to accept the delivery. Remote far north WA (Gascoyne, Pilbara and Kimberley) is sent at your own risk.

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Delivery and returns

Free delivery over $100 in WA and $150 elsewhere in Australia. Free pickup from our Kenwick store, Tue to Sat, 12pm to 6pm.

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