Buettikofer's Catfish
NameBuettikofer's Catfish
Scientific NameClarias buettikoferi
Common NamesBuettikofer's Catfish, Liberian Walking Catfish
FamilyClariidae
OriginWest Africa, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Guinea, Ivory Coast
Temperamentaggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)24
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-79
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesSpecies-only tank (recommended), Very large, robust, and equally aggressive fish (e.g., large Cichlids, other large predatory catfish - with extreme caution and sufficient space)
Description
Clarias buettikoferi, commonly known as Buettikofer's Catfish, is a large, predatory air-breathing catfish native to West Africa. This robust species is characterized by its elongated body and prominent barbels, and its ability to breathe atmospheric oxygen allows it to survive in low-oxygen environments. Due to its significant adult size and aggressive, predatory nature, it requires a very large aquarium and is often best kept as a species-only fish.
