African Sharptooth Catfish Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping African Sharptooth Catfish in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: advanced
• Temperament: aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 500 gallons (for a single adult)
• Compatibility: Not suitable for community tanks. Can be kept with other large, robust, and equally aggressive fish, but often best kept alone or in species-specific setups due to its predatory nature.
• Special requirements: Requires a very large tank with strong filtration. Needs plenty of hiding spots (caves, PVC pipes) and a secure lid as they are known to attempt to escape. Substrate should be soft to prevent injury to barbels. Access to atmospheric air is crucial, so ensure the water surface is accessible.

Water parameters

Temperature

22-28°C (72-82°F)

pH level

6.0-8.0

Hardness

5-20 dGH

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