Gilded Catfish
NameGilded Catfish
Scientific NameBrachyplatystoma rousseauxii
Common NamesGilded Catfish, Piraíba, Dourada
FamilyPimelodidae
OriginSouth America, Amazon Basin, Orinoco Basin
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)60
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range6.0-7.5
Description
The Gilded Catfish is a truly massive predatory freshwater fish native to the Amazon and Orinoco river basins. Known for its impressive size and powerful build, it is a challenging species to keep in captivity, requiring extremely large aquariums typically found only in public institutions.
