Bronze Featherback
NameBronze Featherback
Scientific NameChitala chitala
Common NamesBronze Featherback, Indian Featherback, Humped Featherback
FamilyNotopteridae
OriginSouth Asia, Southeast Asia, India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nepal, Myanmar, Thailand
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)300
Max Size (Inches)36
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesLarge Arowana, Pangasius Catfish, Redtail Catfish, Large Pleco, Large Cichlids (with caution and sufficient space)
Description
The Bronze Featherback is a large, predatory freshwater fish characterized by its distinctive knife-like body and a long anal fin fused with the caudal fin. It typically exhibits a metallic bronze to silvery coloration and can reach an impressive size. This nocturnal species requires a very spacious aquarium with ample hiding spots.
