Tiger Shovelnose Catfish
Psuedoplatystoma fasciatum
Care Level
Low
Temperament
Semi-Aggressive
Reef Compatible
No
Plant Safe
No
Max Size
18" +
Minimum Tank Size
150 gallon
Color
Black, Brown, White
Diet
Carnivore
Water Conditions
Soft (3 to 12 dGH), and slightly acidic (6.5 to 7.5 pH), 72 to 82 degrees Fahrenheit
Description
General: The Tiger Shovelnose Catfish is an Amazonian catfish, highly desirable for the dedicated aquarist. This species reaches a length of 4 feet and a weight of well over 60 pounds. They can be social, as keeping a pair helps to keep them active. Although they will investigate activity outside their tank, this catfish is known to be rather skiddish.
Preferred Water Chemistry: Soft (3 to 12 dGH), and slightly acidic (6.5 to 7.2 pH)
Aquarium Diet: Feeder goldfish, earthworms, krill, beef heart, spirulina / brine shrimp (while at juvenile size)