General information The Vulture Catfish is a large and popular species that can grow up to 4 feet (120 cm) in length. They have a streamlined body, large head, and distinctive v-shaped jaw. Their coloration is typically brown or gray with a lighter underbelly.
General information Zebra Shovelnose is a large, predatory species that can grow up to 4 feet (120 cm) in length. They have a distinctive striped pattern, with black and white stripes running the length of their body. These catfish are active swimmers and need a large aquarium with plenty of swimming space.
General information The Gold Zebra Catfish body is light brown to dirty grey with numerous light brown to yellow vertical bands. Caudal fin with black and yellow spotted pattern. Individuals can vary in colored patterns. Gold Zebra Catfish will grow to 2 feet in length and require a large tank. They prefer subdued lighting and…
General information The Bolt Catfish, also known as the Torpedo Catfish, is a freshwater species that belongs to the family Auchenipteridae. It is native to South America and can be found in the Amazon basin and its tributaries. The Bolt Catfish is a nocturnal species that is known for its torpedo-like body shape and quick…
General information The Zebra Dwarf Sucker has a general body-shape like other pleco species. They are small with a max length of about 1.7 inches, they have a suckermouth and armor-like body like many plecos. They have vertical stripe-like blotches and their complete lateral line. The Zebra Dwarf Sucker has the highest number of teeth…
General information The Golden Dwarf Sucker is one of the smaller plecos often called Draft Oto Pleco they only grow to 1.6 inches in length. Macrotocinclus affinis prefer aquariums with fast-moving water, sandy substrate, and plenty of hiding areas. They like slightly acidic pH and temperatures between 70–81 °F.
General information Sailfin catfish are freshwater fish that belong to the Loricariidae family. They are commonly found in South America, but can also be found in other parts of the world as an introduced species. They are known for their large dorsal fin, which can be extended to intimidate potential predators. Sailfin catfish can grow…
General information While the common pleco name is shared across several plecos the Pterygoplichthys pardalis can grow to approximately 19 inches long. It is sometimes confused with the Hypostomus plecostomus but the two species can be distinguished by their number of dorsal rays Pterygoplichthys pardalis has 11–13, while the Hypostomus plecostomus has only 5–8 dorsal rays.
General information Orange Cheek Pleco comes in a variable in coloration from completely dark brown to black, mottled with tan, to dark brown coloration with black streaks, or light tan with large spots located at the base of lateral plates, fin membranes, and abdomen. They have a large, bulky body that appears like an armor plating…
General information Twig catfish have a unique body shape that resembles a thin stick of wood which is where they get their name from. The body is a slender and elongated body that is brown in color with two dark stripes from the tip of the rostrum, passing over the eyes and ending at the…