Gulper Catfish (Asterophysus batrachus)

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Gulper Catfish

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Gulper Catfish

Asterophysus batrachus

Difficulty

Moderate

Min. Tank Size

208 Litres (55 US G.)

Size

25.4-27.9cm (10-11 ")

sg

Freshwater

pH

5.6 - 7.0

Temp.

24 -29 °C (75.2-84.2°F)

Water Hardness

5-15 °d

Stocking Ratio

1:1 M:F

Availability

Uncommon

Diet

Omnivore
Pellet Foods
Flake Foods
Other (See article)

Life Span

8-15 years

Habitat

South America

Family

Auchenipteridae




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Additional names

Gulper Catfish, Ogre Catfish


Tank compatibility[edit]

Can only be kept with non-predatory fish too large to be eaten. Anything smaller will fall prey to this Catfish's large mouth.

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External links[edit]

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