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Rusty Jelly Catfish - (Lophiosilurus fowleri)

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Rusty Jelly Catfish - (Lophiosilurus fowleri)
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🐟 Rusty Jelly Catfish – (Lophiosilurus fowleri) – Rare South American Predatory Catfish for Sale

The Rusty Jelly Catfish (Lophiosilurus fowleri) is a rare, bottom-dwelling predatory catfish native to Brazil’s São Francisco River Basin. Known for its wide, flat head, rusty-brown mottled coloration, and unique jelly-like body texture, this species is a fascinating oddball for serious catfish keepers.

It is a sit-and-wait ambush predator, using its camouflage to blend into sandy or muddy substrates before lunging at prey.


🔎 Quick Facts – Rusty Jelly Catfish (Lophiosilurus fowleri)

  • 📛 Common Name: Rusty Jelly Catfish, Jelly Cat
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Lophiosilurus fowleri
  • 🌍 Origin: São Francisco River Basin, Brazil
  • 🎨 Appearance: Wide, flat head with a thick body, mottled rusty-brown and tan patterning for camouflage
  • 📏 Max Size: 18–20 inches (45–50 cm)
  • 💎 Rarity: Very rare in the aquarium trade; typically wild-caught

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • ⚠️ Predatory; will eat any tankmate it can swallow
  • 🐟 Solitary and sedentary, spends much time resting on the substrate
  • 🪵 Thrives in dimly lit environments with hiding spots
  • 🌙 Primarily nocturnal but will feed during the day when accustomed to aquarium life

🏠 Aquarium & Tank Requirements

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 125+ gallons
  • 🪵 Sandy or fine gravel substrate to protect skin and barbels
  • 🌊 Gentle to moderate current with strong filtration
  • 💡 Low lighting with caves, driftwood, or large rock hides
  • ⚠️ Ensure secure lid—can lunge during feeding

💧 Water Parameters – Rusty Jelly Catfish Care

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 6.5–7.5
  • 💧 Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

🍽️ Diet – Carnivorous Predator

  • 🦐 Fresh or frozen shrimp and prawns
  • 🐟 Strips of fish fillet
  • 🪱 Earthworms and large insect larvae
  • 🚫 Avoid feeder fish due to risk of parasites

📋 Rusty Jelly Catfish Care Overview Table

Feature Details
🌍 Origin São Francisco River Basin, Brazil
📏 Max Size 18–20 inches (45–50 cm)
😇 Temperament Solitary, predatory
🏠 Tank Size 125+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 6.5–7.5
🌡️ Temperature 75–82°F (24–28°C)
🍽️ Diet Carnivorous
🎯 Ideal For Oddball fish keepers, predator fish setups

✨ Highlight:

  • The Rusty Jelly Catfish is one of South America’s most unique and rarely seen predators, prized for its bizarre shape, rusty coloration, and unusual jelly-like body texture—making it a true showpiece for dedicated oddball catfish enthusiasts.
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