Species profile
Honeycomb Woodcat
Centromochlus perugiaeHoneycomb Woodcat (Centromochlus perugiae) is a social community species for a cycled 15+ gallon freshwater aquarium. Plan for about 1.5 inches as an adult, 75-82°F water, pH 6-7.5, and moderate care. Keep a group of at least 3; larger groups often behave more naturally when the tank has room.
Community leaningModerate care
15 galMinimum tank
1.5 inAdult size
3Schooling minimum
75-82°FTemperature
Water Range
- pH
- 6-7.5
- GH
- 2-12 dGH
- KH
- 1-8 dKH
Behavior
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Fin nipping
- 0/5
- Territory
- 0/5
Diet and Care
- Diet
- carnivore/omnivore
- Diet difficulty
- 3/5
- Care difficulty
- 3/5
Planning Notes
Moderate care needs; may require mature grazing surfaces or supplemental fresh/frozen foods.
This species may need live, frozen, fresh, or otherwise specialized foods.
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