Tigrinus Catfish 6 inch (Brachyplatystoma tigrinum)

Origin: Wild Peru


Locale: Amazon River


Diet: Predator – prefers live food fish or insects but can be weaned onto frozen/prepared foods with time


Adult Size: 20″


Recommended Tank Size: 150 gallons


Compatibility: A predator but generally non aggressive with fish too large to be eaten. Tankmates should be chosen carefully so that they will not nip at the its delicate fins or long caudal streamer

Preferred Water Parameters


pH:                          6.5 – 7.2


Temp:                     78-82F


Ammonia:              0ppm


Nitrite:                    0ppm


Nitrate:                  <30ppm