Raphael Cats

[Grete_J]

I was wondering the difference between the two species and why they're both recognized as Raphael Catfish. Agamyxis pectinifrons from what I've read, stay smaller whereas the Platydoras costatus have the potential to reach a larger size... striped vs spotted? As well, I've also notice that striped seem to be more common or desired, at least on this forum

[King-eL]

Many species of doras are named Raphael catfish. Stick to the scientific name not the common name. They are also called as talking catfish. And why they are both recognized as raphael catfish...? It's because they both came from the same Genus called Doraridae. Just like some other fish that came from the same genus with similar body shape or some other traits that looks similar.