Highwaterman Catfish
NameHighwaterman Catfish
Scientific NamePangasianodon hypophthalmus
Common NamesHighwaterman Catfish, Iridescent Shark Catfish, Sutchi Catfish, Siamese Shark, Panga
FamilyPangasiidae
OriginSoutheast Asia, Mekong River Basin, Chao Phraya River Basin
Temperamentaggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)48
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesArowana, Large Cichlids, Other very large, robust fish
Description
The Highwaterman Catfish, also widely known as the Iridescent Shark Catfish, is a massive freshwater species native to the large rivers of Southeast Asia. This active, fast-growing fish can reach lengths of up to four feet, demanding an extremely large aquarium or pond for proper long-term care. Due to its immense size and potential predatory nature, it is only suitable for expert aquarists with specialized setups.
