Arius seemani

Colombian Shark Catfish

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Physical
Size:42.04 cm (16.55 in.)     Stocking Density Calculator
Compatability:Semi-aggressive Will eat anything bite size and smaller.
Minimum Tank Size:83 Gallons (314.19) Liters
Tend to grow larger in the wild than they do in a home aquarium.
Ease of Keeping:3 - 4

Water Conditions
Type:
Temperature:75.99° F (24.44° C)
pH:7.35
General Hardness (GH):17.78
Salinity:1.016

Living
Life Span:12 years.
Food Preference:Carnivorous. But they are not picky eaters and will readily accept almost anything that is offered. Pellet and live foods. Important to not over-feed.
Swimming Level:Middle and Bottom
Schooling:No
Setup:Frequent water changes are a must.
Distribution:North, Central, and South America. Pacific Coast. Colombia, California, and Mexico.

Breeding
Ease of Breeding:4 - 5
Sexing:Females are larger bodied than males.
Spawning Type:Egg Layers
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http://aquaworld.netfirms.com
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