Blue Whale Catfish
NameBlue Whale Catfish
Scientific NameBrachyplatystoma filamentosum
Common NamesBlue Whale Catfish, Piraíba, Goliath Catfish, Kumakuma
FamilyPimelodidae
OriginSouth America, Amazon Basin, Orinoco Basin
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)2000
Max Size (Inches)140
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesNone
Description
The Blue Whale Catfish, also known as Piraíba or Goliath Catfish, is one of the largest freshwater fish in the world. Native to the Amazon and Orinoco basins, this predatory species requires an extremely large, specialized environment due to its immense size and carnivorous diet.
