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Redtail Catfish
Phractocephalus hemioliopterus
Also known as: RTC, Phractocephalus hemioliopterus
A striking giant catfish sold as a cute baby that grows to 3 to 4 feet and outgrows home tanks.
- Water
- Freshwater
- Temperature
- 68–80°F
- pH
- 5.5–7.5
- Hardness
- 2–20 dGH
- Max size
- 48 in
- Min tank
- 1000 gal
- Temperament
- Aggressive
- Social
- Solitary
- Swim level
- Bottom
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Care level
- Expert
- Lifespan
- 15-20 years
- Breeding
- Egg-layer
- Suitability
- Kept but not recommended
- Origin
- Amazon and Orinoco basins, South America
Sold at a few inches but reaches 3 to 4 feet and needs a custom tank of 1000 gallons or more. Swallows any tankmate that fits in its mouth and produces heavy waste. Public aquariums rarely accept rehomed adults, so avoid buying one.
Redtail Catfish for sale
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