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Chinese Wels Catfish - (Silurus meridionalis)

Chinese Wels Catfish - (Silurus meridionalis)

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Chinese Wels Catfish - (Silurus meridionalis)
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🐟 Chinese Wels Catfish – (Silurus meridionalis)

The Chinese Wels Catfish is a large, bottom-dwelling freshwater fish native to East Asia. Known for its impressive size and nocturnal habits, this catfish is a powerful predator that requires spacious tanks and experienced care.


🌊 Habitat & Care

  • 🌎 Origin: East Asia (China and neighboring regions)
  • 🏠 Tank Size: 500+ gallons
  • 🌡️ Temperature: 68–77°F (20–25°C)
  • 💧 pH Range: 6.5–7.5
  • 🪨 Tank Setup: Large tank with soft substrate, hiding places, and moderate water flow

🍽️ Diet

  • 🥩 Carnivorous: Feeds on live or frozen fish, crustaceans, and sinking pellets

⚖️ Temperament

  • 🕵️‍♂️ Nocturnal and secretive
  • 🐠 Can be kept with other large, peaceful fish but may prey on smaller tankmates

🧠 Behavior & Special Considerations

  • 📏 Size: Up to 39 inches (100 cm) or more in the wild; large size demands ample space
  • 🧼 Requires excellent water quality and secure tank environment

📋 At a Glance

🔖 Scientific Name Silurus meridionalis
🐟 Common Name Chinese Wels Catfish
🌎 Origin East Asia
📏 Size Up to 39 inches (100 cm)
🌡️ Temperature 68–77°F (20–25°C)
💧 pH Range 6.5–7.5
🐟 Temperament Nocturnal, secretive
🏠 Tank Size 500+ gallons
🍽️ Diet Carnivore

💡 The Chinese Wels Catfish is a large, nocturnal predator suited for very experienced hobbyists with spacious tanks.

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