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Frogmouth Catfish - (Chaca chaca)

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Frogmouth Catfish - (Chaca chaca)
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🐟 Frogmouth Catfish (Chaca chaca)

The Frogmouth Catfish is a fascinating and unusual freshwater fish native to Southeast Asia. Known for its wide, flattened mouth resembling a frog’s, it is an ambush predator that relies on camouflage and stealth to catch prey. Its unique appearance makes it a sought-after species for specialist aquarists.


🔍 Quick Facts

  • 🆔 Common Name: Frogmouth Catfish
  • 🧬 Scientific Name: Chaca chaca
  • 🧬 Family: Chacidae
  • 🌎 Origin: Southeast Asia — Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia
  • 📏 Max Size: Up to 6 inches (15 cm)

🕊️ Behavior & Temperament

  • 🐟 Ambush predator — sits motionless buried in substrate waiting for prey
  • 🦷 Feeds on small fish and invertebrates
  • ⚠️ Generally sedentary and slow-moving
  • 🤝 Can be kept with similarly sized peaceful species

🏡 Tank Requirements

  • 🛁 Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons or larger
  • 🪨 Soft substrate for burying, plenty of hiding spots
  • 💨 Moderate filtration, low water flow preferred

Water Parameters:

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 6.0–7.5
  • 💧 Soft to moderately hard water

🍽️ Diet

  • Carnivorous — live or frozen small fish, shrimp, and invertebrates

📊 Overview Table

🏷️ Feature 📋 Details
🆔 Common Name Frogmouth Catfish
🧬 Scientific Name Chaca chaca
🌍 Origin Southeast Asia
📏 Max Size Up to 6 inches (15 cm)
🕊️ Temperament Ambush predator, sedentary
🛁 Tank Size 30+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 6.0–7.5
🌡️ Temperature 75–82°F (24–28°C)
🍽️ Diet Carnivorous
🐠 Ideal For Specialist aquarists, peaceful community tanks with compatible species

📝 Snippet

  • The Frogmouth Catfish (Chaca chaca) is a unique ambush predator known for its wide, frog-like mouth and camouflaging behavior.
  • Best suited for specialist hobbyists who can provide a soft substrate and calm tank environment.
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