The Firewood Catfish is a large, slender catfish native to South America, known for its elongated body and unique flat head. Despite its impressive size, locals say this catfish is only good for firewood because it has very little meat, making it unsuitable as a food fish.
Water Parameters:
🏷️ Feature | 📋 Details |
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🆔 Common Name | Firewood Catfish |
🧬 Scientific Name | Sorubimichthys planiceps |
🌍 Origin | Amazon and Orinoco basins, South America |
📏 Max Size | Up to 36 inches (90 cm) |
🕊️ Temperament | Nocturnal, solitary |
🛁 Tank Size | 180+ gallons |
⚗️ pH Range | 6.5–7.5 |
🌡️ Temperature | 74–82°F (23–28°C) |
🍽️ Diet | Carnivorous |
🐠 Ideal For | Large species tanks with experienced keepers |