Asian Redtail Catfish (Hemibagrus wyckioides)

Fish in the family Bagridae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameHemibagrus wyckioides

FamilyBagridae

Also known asAsian Redtail, Wyckioides Catfish

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentAggressive

Dietcarnivore

Adult size40 in

Minimum tank size700 gallons

Water parametersTemp 72-81°F, pH 6-7.5, GH 4-18 dGH

Appearance

Massive grey-blue catfish with a red-orange tail and powerful jaws; superficially resembles the South American redtail.

Difficulty and care for the Asian Redtail Catfish

Hard

Origin and habitat

Mekong and Southeast Asian rivers

Keeper notes

Very large, aggressive predatory catfish that will kill and eat tankmates; territorial. Needs an enormous tank and is unsuitable for most keepers.

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