Mottled Sculpin - in Aquaria

In Aquaria

Scientific Name: Cottus bairdi

Common name: Mottled Sculpin

Care Level: moderate

Size: 3-4"

pH and KH range: pH 7.0

Temperature range: 40-62*F

Origin: North America, shallow streams with a fairly fast current and highly oxygenated

Temperament: territorial, especially among other sculpins

Compatible Tankmates: daces, shiners, etc.

Diet: Carnivore. Insect larvae, smaller fish, crayfish

Tank Size for Adult: 10 gallon

Narrative: An oddball North American native species. They like cold waters with a currents, similar to trout environments. The water must be highly oxygenated. For a substrate, use round river stones with larger ones on top for shelter.