Alexander's white-mouth catfish (Flat head antenna catfish) (Alexander's white-mouthed cat)

Lophiosilurus alexandri**

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Lophiosilurus alexandri is a species of catfish (order Siluriformes) of the family Pseudopimelodidae, and the only species of the monotypic genus Lophiosilurus.

This fish originates from the São Francisco River in Brazil. Here, it is commonly known as pacamã. It prefers lentic habitats. This species has been introduced into the Doce River basin, but its effect on the native species has not been studied. This fish reaches 72 cm (2.36 ft) in total length and has a maximum published weight of 5 kg (11 lb). It has an extremely large mouth, earning it the name Pac-Man catfish.

Aquarium Info ~

The predatory catfish, which come from South America, grow to around 60-70 cm. Pool lengths of 3 meters or more are suitable for permanently caring for a group of 3-4 catfish. Sand or gravel soil. Roots, massive stone shelters or caves, correspondingly large clay pipes to swim through, planting possible, strong current that provides a lot of oxygen. The bottom region is preferred. Keeping in a small group.

Water values:

Temperature: 26 ° -30 ° C

pH value: 6.5-7.5

Total hardness: 5 ° -20 °

Food:

Smelt, prawns and clams. The animals should have a varied diet.

Socialization:

In large aquariums, the catfish can be socialized with other large perch. But also large armored catfish, arowana and rays are good co-fish!