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Centromochlus perugiae    Steindachner, 1882
Synonyms: Tatia perugiae
Common Name: Perugia's Woodcat
Other Common Names: Ecuador Driftwood, Oil Catfish
Family: Auchenipteridae
Continent: South America
Distribution: Amazon
Habitat: freshwater rivers & streams
Food:  small live foods and sinking commercial foods
Water Temperature: 24-28°C
Water Chemistry:   pH 6.0-8.0
FBAS Size:    Males [60mm]    Females [60mm]
FBAS Class: G
Temperament: inoffensive; good community fish
Aquarium Size: 30cm or longer
Gender Differences: unknown
Breeding: have been bred in aquaria; eggs laid in caves
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