Species profile
Woodcat
Duringlanis perugiae
Peaceful
Moderate care
70 L minimum aquarium
5–7 cm adult size
Bottom–mid
Minimum group: 3
About this species
General notes for hobby use.
Accepted combination updated to Duringlanis perugiae. Tatia perugiae and Centromochlus perugiae remain useful historical/trade aliases.
Water parameters
Suggested general range for long-term care.
Temperature
23–28 °C
pH
6–7.5
GH
2–12 dGH
KH
Not yet documented
Flow preference
Low–moderate
Data confidence
Verified
Behaviour
General behaviour traits used by TanksConnected compatibility checks.
Minimum group size
Minimum group: 3
Tank zone
Bottom–mid
Territory level
Low
Predation risk
Tiny fry
Bioload factor
1
Small nocturnal driftwood catfish. Usually peaceful and can be kept in a small group if numerous tight daytime shelters are provided.
Compatibility flags
Quick cautions for common tank-planning issues.
Fin nipper
No
Plant safe
Yes
Shrimp safe
No / caution
Snail safe
Yes
Cave breeder
Yes
Digs substrate
No
Jump risk
Yes
Natural history & care
Research-backed context for long-term aquarium care.
Lifespan
5–8 years
Diet type
Carnivore
Minimum aquarium volume
70 L
Minimum footprint
60 × 30 cm
Accepted scientific name
Duringlanis perugiae
Alternative names
Tatia perugiae, Centromochlus perugiae, Woodcat, Perugia's Woodcat
Native range
Upper Amazon and upper Paraguay basins in north-central South America.
Natural habitat
Slow river margins, flooded forest and woody habitats where small crevices provide daytime shelter.
Diet & feeding
Small aquatic/terrestrial invertebrates; feed small sinking meaty foods and frozen/live foods, preferably after lights dim.
Breeding & sexing
Research-backed guidance for identifying sexes and reproductive behaviour.
Sexing
Males develop a modified anal fin used in insemination; females lack this structure and are fuller-bodied when gravid.
Breeding
Auchenipterid reproduction involves internal insemination; females later deposit eggs in sheltered sites. Captive spawning is possible but not routine.