Hardhead Catfish
NameHardhead Catfish
Scientific NameNotarius quadriscutis
Common NamesHardhead Catfish, Four-shield Sea Catfish
FamilyAriidae
OriginWestern Atlantic, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea, Brazil
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)24
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)72-80
pH Range7.5-8.5
Compatible SpeciesLarge brackish water fish, Large marine fish (if kept in full marine conditions), Scats (if salinity matches)
Description
The Hardhead Catfish is a large, silvery-grey sea catfish found in coastal marine and brackish waters of the Western Atlantic. It is a predatory species, feeding on crustaceans, mollusks, and small fish. Males are known for orally incubating their eggs.
