Tiger Shovelnose Catfish

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.