Irwin Soldier Catfish
Irwin Soldier Catfish
Description
Irwin Soldier Catfish or the Giant Raphael Catfish is a one-of-a-kind, heavily armored catfish that lives in the Amazon and its tributaries. It is usually a gentle giant in the aquarium, ignoring most fish and being well protected from even the most aggressive tankmates.
In the wild, they mostly eat fruits, vegetables, aquatic snails, and crustaceans, but they'll eat almost anything that sinks. They are an excellent scavenger that can assist in the management of leftover food in displays of large cichlids or predatory fish. However, they grow to enormous adult sizes and will require a minimum tank size of 180 gallons
II. You would love the fish because…
The irwini catfish, also known as the giant talking catfish, is caught in the Brazilian Amazon and can reach a length of two feet. Irwini, like the Red Tail Catfish, retain their vibrant color pattern into adulthood, giving them the appearance of a massive raphael catfish. Scavengers, Irwini catfish will consume any fish that fits in their mouth. These exotic catfish are suitable for a large species aquarium and do not harm other fish.
III. Is this fish species peaceful or hostile?
Peaceful, yet sensitive dwarf cichlid species that are suggested for experienced aquarists.
IV. Species compatibility
- Catfish.
- Corys.
- Danios.
- Gouramis.
- Guppies.
- Loaches.
- Mollies.
- Platies.
V. How to feed this species?
Require a diet high in animal-based protein, such as fishmeal, for optimal health. The protein content should be at least 40%.
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