{"product_id":"platinum-redtail-catfish","title":"Platinum Redtail Catfish","description":"\u003cp\u003ePlatinum Redtail Catfish : The Red-tailed Catfish (Phractocephalus hemioliopterus) is a large and attractive catfish species that many fishkeepers keep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its long barbels, distinctive red tail, and white belly, this fish is easy to spot. However, the aquarium hobby market offers a number of uncommon color morph variations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most well-liked morphs, the Platinum Redtail Catfish is sought after by numerous enthusiastic hobbyists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis variation of the platinum color is frequently referred to as leucistic. This indicates that they are all white with black eyes because they lack color pigmentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pimelodid catfish is the redtail catfish, Phractocephalus hemioliopterus. It is referred to as pirarara in Brazil and cajaro in Venezuela. Redtail catfish, also known as Phractocephalus hemioliopterus, are often referred to as the \"vacuums of the tank.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese fish will not only eat anything that looks good in their mouth, but they will also grow to 2 feet in a year! The amount of food they consume and the amount of space they have available for growth determine their length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese freshwater catfish have red tail fins and a black top with white stomachs. They are carnivorous, but they can sometimes be temperamental around other fish species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eII. You would love the fish because…\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Platinum Redtail Catfish differs from the common Redtail Catfish primarily in color, as indicated by its common name. Their primary color is ivory, with a few gold highlights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome specimens may occasionally exhibit a golden or yellow hue; They are not Platinum Redtail Catfish; they are xanthic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Platinum morph variant retains the same long barbels, flat belly, compressed tail, and arrow-shaped body. The edge of the tail fin has the distinctive red hue, while the dorsal, pelvic, and anal fins have hints of black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Platinum Redtail Catfish is a truly magnificent fish with a one-of-a-kind appearance that will make any freshwater aquarium stand out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize of a Platinum Redtail Catfish The typical size of a Platinum Redtail Catfish is between 3 and 4 feet (6 and 1.4 meters). Although rare, some specimens can reach lengths of approximately 5 feet 11 inches (1.8 meters).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are one of the largest freshwater fish in the world at their adult size, and their length can be increased by a few feet thanks to their long barbels. As a result, the majority of home aquariums can accommodate this species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen these fish are fully grown, it is often necessary to keep them in an indoor pond. The best option is to purchase a juvenile Platinum Redtail Catfish and move them to an outdoor pond when they have outgrown their indoor aquarium because most of us do not have access to an indoor pond. Naturally, the climate in your area is important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIII. Is this fish species peaceful or hostile?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rather peaceful fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIV. Species compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"i8Z77e\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"TrT0Xe\"\u003eStingrays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"TrT0Xe\"\u003ePacu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"TrT0Xe\"\u003eArowanas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"TrT0Xe\"\u003eAdult Plecostomus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"TrT0Xe\"\u003eUmbees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"TrT0Xe\"\u003ePeacock Bass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"TrT0Xe\"\u003eOscars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"TrT0Xe\"\u003eOther large fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eV. How to feed this species?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt should come as no surprise that feeding a redtail catfish is as simple as it gets. As long as it contains some meat, these catfish will eat anything that enters the water! The majority of aquarists feed their fish from a prepared pellet food formula, which is an excellent starting point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"accordion_title\"\u003eDisclaimer for Live Aquarium Species\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"accordion-884043104\" class=\"accordion-item\"\u003e\n\t\t\u003ca id=\"accordion-884043104-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain active\" href=\"#accordion-item-live_aquarium_species_\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"accordion-884043104-content\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003cbutton class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"icon-angle-down\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003cspan\u003eLive Aquarium Species \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"accordion-884043104-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" style=\"display: block;\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-884043104-label\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe website's content serves as general information.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe take excellent care to make sure your Live Fish and Invertebrates arrive safely and in good health.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBeing a natural product, appearance can vary slightly from photos.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePlease double-check that the  Fish or the  Invertebrate you order is exactly what you want before submitting your order.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe often ship within 48 hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eLive Fish and Invertebrates that you decide you don't want cannot be returned or refunded.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOnce the fish reaches your waters it shall be at your sole risk, we are not responsible if you lose any marine fish, freshwater fish, crustaceans, or live plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"accordion_title\"\u003eDisclaimer for Individual fish prices\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"accordion-3365996359\" class=\"accordion-item\"\u003e\n\t\t\u003ca id=\"accordion-3365996359-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain active\" href=\"#accordion-item-price_for_individual_fish_\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"accordion-3365996359-content\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003cbutton class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"icon-angle-down\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003cspan\u003ePrice For Individual fish \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"accordion-3365996359-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" style=\"display: block;\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-3365996359-label\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur listed prices are for individual fish unless otherwise specified. 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