Family: Bagridae
Leiocassis crassirostris — a Bagridae from China, peaceful; most activity happens after dark. Reaches 30.6–44.9 cm; keep bottom stock light — they share one floor. 16–25 °C.
A Bagridae species native to China: Leiocassis crassirostris lives bottom-dwelling over sand and mud. Peaceful; most activity happens after dark. Adults reach 30.6–44.9 cm. In a community tank it pairs well with Mid-water schooling fish.
A moderate-level species: peaceful; most activity happens after dark; stable water matters more than fancy equipment.
Hold 16–25 °C and keep it stable — 16.0–25.0 °C typical for the family. Stable temperate range.
Expect 30.6–44.9 cm as an adult, living bottom-dwelling. A 500 L tank or larger gives it room.
Omnivorous scavenger — sinking pellets, frozen and vegetable foods. It forages naturally over fine sand, so let some food reach the bottom.
Yes, with care. Peaceful; most activity happens after dark — pair it with Mid-water schooling fish — Use the space catfish ignore and skip Fast surface feeders — Leave nothing for the bottom.
Its home waters are China — large rivers over sand and mud, with moderate current.
In the aquarium: spawning rarely seen; presumed crevice egg-layer. Females plumper.