Redtail Catfish Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Redtail Catfish in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: advanced
• Temperament: aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 2000 gallons (7570 liters) for adults
• Compatibility: Only compatible with other very large, robust fish that cannot be swallowed. Best kept alone or in very large, species-specific exhibits.
• Special requirements: Requires an extremely large aquarium or pond with powerful filtration due to its size and waste production. Needs ample open swimming space and large, smooth hiding spots. Substrate should be fine sand or smooth gravel to protect its delicate barbels. Excellent water quality is paramount.

Water parameters

Temperature

72-82°F (22-28°C)

pH level

6.0-7.5

Hardness

2-15 dGH

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