Encheloclarias curtisoma
NameEncheloclarias curtisoma
Scientific NameEncheloclarias curtisoma
FamilyClariidae
OriginBorneo, Southeast Asia, Malaysia, Indonesia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4.5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-79
pH Range6.0-7.0
Compatible SpeciesLarger, robust peaceful fish, Medium to large schooling fish (e.g., larger Rasboras, Congo Tetras), Other similarly sized non-aggressive bottom dwellers (e.g., larger Synodontis catfish, some loaches)
Description
Encheloclarias curtisoma is an elongated, eel-like airbreathing catfish native to the freshwater systems of Borneo. This nocturnal, bottom-dwelling species is known to burrow in soft substrates, using its barbels to locate prey. It is a cryptic predator, feeding on small invertebrates and fish.
