Sailfin Catfish
NameSailfin Catfish
Scientific NamePlotosus canius
Common NamesSailfin Catfish, Black Eel Catfish, Marine Catfish, Estuarine Catfish
FamilyPlotosidae
OriginIndo-West Pacific, Estuaries, Coastal Waters
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)200
Max Size (Inches)36
Water TypeBrackish to Saltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range7.5-8.5
Compatible SpeciesLarge Groupers, Large Snappers, Moray Eels
Description
The Sailfin Catfish, also known as the Black Eel Catfish, is a large, dark-bodied marine and brackish water species characterized by its prominent dorsal fin and eel-like body. It possesses venomous spines and is a predatory scavenger, requiring a very large aquarium.
