Tank setup
A minimum 2000L aquarium suits Tiger Shovelnose Catfish. Use robust décor and sight breaks; territorial species need defined territories.
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The Tiger Shovelnose Catfish is an elegant, torpedo-shaped predator featuring bold black tiger stripes on a silvery body and a dramatically flattened, spatula-like snout. A fast-swimming open-water catfish from the Amazon and Orinoco basins, it hunts actively at night. Its sleek profile and striking pattern make it one of the most visually impressive large catfish. It is an active swimmer that requires a very long tank with strong filtration and excellent water quality.
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Everything you need to keep Tiger Shovelnose Catfish healthy in a South African setup.
A minimum 2000L aquarium suits Tiger Shovelnose Catfish. Use robust décor and sight breaks; territorial species need defined territories.
Keep pH 6–7.5 and 24–28°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Tiger Shovelnose Catfish is carnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for monster fish — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Tiger Shovelnose Catfish is generally aggressive. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Pair with similarly sized aggressive tankmates in monster fish. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding notes for Tiger Shovelnose Catfish vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
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