Spotted Clarias catfish 7-8cm

Spotted Clarias catfish

Scientific Name: Clarias batrachus
Common Name: Spotted Clarias
Adult Size: Up to 24 inches
Life Expectancy: 10-15 years
Habitat: Native to freshwater habitats in Asia, often found in ponds, lakes, and slow-moving rivers

Tank Requirements

• Minimum Tank Size: 75 gallons for juveniles; larger as they grow
• Ideal Temperature: 75-82°F
• pH Range: 6.5-7.5
• Water Hardness: 5-20 dGH
• Temperament: Generally peaceful but can be aggressive towards smaller tank mates

Diet & Nutrition

• Diet: Omnivorous; feed with sinking pellets, live or frozen foods like bloodworms, shrimp, and occasional vegetables.
• Tank Mate Compatibility:
  • Best kept with similarly sized or larger, robust fish.
  • Avoid small fish that can be seen as prey.

Breeding & Spawning

• Reproduction: Typically bred in aquaculture settings rather than home aquariums; breeding in captivity is rare.

Appearance

• Distinctive Features: Long, cylindrical body with a mottled brown and black pattern, often with distinct spots.
• Note: Spotted Clarias are known for their hardiness and adaptability but require a spacious tank and careful consideration of tank mates due to their potential size and territorial behavior.

Providing a well-filtered tank with hiding spots and a varied diet will help ensure the health and well-being of Spotted Clarias in captivity.