This fish is known as
Hardhead Sea Catfish, Sea Catfish and the correct latin name is
Ariopsis felis. The family that this fish belongs to is called the
Sea Catfish family. (
e) Origin of this fish is
Western Indian Ocean. (
e)
Character and suggestions regarding care
This is a peaceful catfish, however it’s size makes it almost impossible to be kept in ordinary aquariums.
Hardhead Sea Catfish can grow up to 60 cm what is approximately 23 inches. In general, 1 specimen requires at least 7200cm
2 of water surface which is approximately 1116 square inch. This fish should be kept in aquariums that are very large. (
e) Medium aquariums have at least 113 Litres (30 US Gallons). Large aquariums have at least 265 Litres (70 US Gallons). Capacity of very large aquariums is at least 700 Litres (185 US Gallons).
It is difficult to keep the Hardhead Sea Catfish. (
e) The specific gravity (SG) should be between 1,020 and 1,025, the temperature between 23°C (73.4°F) and 26°C (78.8°F). The pH level should be stable, varying between 8.0 and 8.3 which is usual for marine fish.

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Document modified on Wed Dec 5 10:00:21 UTC 2007
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