Wallago
NameWallago
Scientific NameWallago attu
Common NamesWallago Catfish, Freshwater Shark, Boal Fish, Mural
FamilySiluridae
OriginAsia, Indian Subcontinent, Southeast Asia
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)72
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range6.0-7.5
Description
The Wallago is a massive, predatory catfish native to large rivers and lakes across Asia. Characterized by its elongated body, flattened head, and long barbels, it is an apex predator in its natural habitat. Due to its immense size and aggressive nature, it is only suitable for expert aquarists with very large, specialized setups or ponds.
