Southern Blue Catfish
NameSouthern Blue Catfish
Scientific NameIctalurus furcatus
Common NamesBlue Catfish, Chucklehead Cat, Hump-back Blue
FamilyIctaluridae
OriginNorth America, Mississippi River Basin
Temperamentaggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)65
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)70-78
pH Range6.5-7.5
Description
The Southern Blue Catfish is a massive, predatory freshwater fish native to North America, known for its deeply forked tail and slate-blue coloration. It is the largest species of North American catfish, often exceeding 100 pounds in the wild. Due to its immense size and predatory nature, it is generally unsuitable for home aquariums and is primarily a sport fish.
