Colombian Shark Catfish Care Guide
Ariopsis seemanni
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Bioload Score
26000
Semi-AggressiveAdvancedFreshwater
- Max Size
- 35.5 cm / 14.0"
- Temperature
- 22–25°C (72–77°F)
- pH Range
- 7.0 – 8.5
- Min Tank Size
- 850L (225 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Central America
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Colombian Shark Catfish require a varied diet of meaty foods such as live, frozen, and pellet foods.
Community Compatibility
Ideal for a larger brackish setup with species that can tolerate varying salinity levels.
Good to Know
Colombian Shark Catfish are notable for their need to transition to brackish water as they mature, a unique requirement among aquarium fish.
Gender Differences
Males and females of Colombian Shark Catfish are similar in appearance, but males may develop larger dorsal fins.
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