Asian Stone Catfish
Hara jerdoni
Species Details
Tiny, perfectly camouflaged catfish that looks exactly like a piece of stone or debris. Perfect for nano aquariums.
Basic Information
Water Parameters
Tank Mate Recommendations
Current Selection:
Angelfish
Pterophyllum scalare
CichlidsTanganyikan Cichlids
Various Lamprologus, Julidochromis, Neolamprologus
CichlidsBronze Corydoras
Corydoras aeneus
CatfishPeppered Corydoras
Corydoras paleatus
CatfishPanda Corydoras
Corydoras panda
CatfishJulii Corydoras
Corydoras julii
Catfish💡 Tank Mate Tips
• Consider adult size when planning tank space
• Research specific water parameter requirements
• Introduce new fish gradually to reduce stress
• Monitor behavior closely during the first weeks
Quick Facts
Tiny Asian catfish that looks like stone
Very small at 3-4 cm (1.2-1.6 inches)
Peaceful and perfect for nano tanks
Incredibly well camouflaged
Nocturnal and rarely seen during day
Mottled brown pattern resembles debris
Lives 3-5 years with good care
Needs very small foods due to tiny size
Excellent for species-only nano setups
Completely motionless during day