Vulture Catfish

Vulture Catfish (Calophysus macropterus)

Origin: Wild Peru
Locale: Rio Amazonas outside Iquitos
Diet: Predator and fish eater. Will accept sinking frozen and prepared foods in the aquarium
Adult Size: 20″
Recommended Tank Size: 150 gallons
Compatibility: Predatory and often aggressive, even with larger tankmates.

Preferred Water Parameters
pH:                          6.0 – 7.5
Temp:                     78-82F
Ammonia:              0ppm
Nitrite:                    0ppm
Nitrate:                  <30ppm