White Sea Catfish
NameWhite Sea Catfish
Scientific NameArius parkii
Common NamesWhite Sea Catfish, Whitefin Sea Catfish, Park's Sea Catfish
FamilyAriidae
OriginEastern Atlantic, West Africa
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)27.5
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range7.5-8.5
Compatible SpeciesLarge brackish fish, Large marine fish, Other large sea catfish
Description
The White Sea Catfish is a large, predatory species belonging to the sea catfish family. Characterized by its silvery-grey body and prominent barbels, it inhabits coastal marine and brackish waters. Due to its significant adult size and specialized care requirements, it is best suited for expert aquarists with very large, dedicated setups.
