Fish Species
Redtail Catfish
Phractocephalus hemioliopterus
About
Massive predatory catfish requiring extremely large aquariums or ponds.
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Classification
Scientific Name
Phractocephalus hemioliopterus
Origin Region
Amazon Basin
Water Type
freshwater
Diet
Carnivore
Care Difficulty
Expert
Max Size
130 cm | 51.2 in
Water Requirements
Amazon BasinTemperature
24–29°C
pH
5.5–7
GH Hardness
1–8dGH
KH Alkalinity
1–4dKH
Min Tank Size
2000L