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Name
Scientific name
Heteropneustes fossilis
Described by
Not recorded
Family
Clariidae
Common names
Liver Catfish
Photograph credits
All 2 credited
Summary
The liver catfish, Heteropneustes fossilis, is a catfish from Iran, Pakistan, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Myanmar and the Andaman …
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
300mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Minimum length 120 cm, Minimum depth 45 cm, Minimum height 45 cm
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 21–25°C, pH 6–8
Hardness
5–30dGH
Conductivity
Not recorded
Behaviour
Temperament
Peaceful
Social needs
A shoal or group
Community suitability
Not recorded
Where it lives
Countries, regions, rivers and lakes
Not recorded
Writing
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
Its natural range is quite large and covers parts of Iran, Pakistan, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Myanmar and the Andaman Islands.
Habitat
Most often found in sluggish and sometimes oxygen deficient swamps, ditches and ponds. It's also known to enter rivers and has occasionally been recorded in br…
Aquarium size
One of these would need a tank measuring at least 120 ∗ 45 ∗ 45 cm - ~243 litres.
Maintenance
Does best in a dimly-lit tank with plenty of hidng places, as well as some open areas for swimming. This can be furnished with smooth rocks, driftwood, lengths…
Water conditions
Temperature: 21 – 25 °C pH: 6.0-8.0 Hardness: 5-30°H
Diet
Not difficult to feed. It will take most sinking dried, live and frozen foods. Try to ensure it receives a good proportion of meaty fare such as earthworms, bl…
Behaviour and compatibility
While smaller tankmates will undoubtedly be eaten, it's quite peaceful with similarly-sized or larger, active species. Ideal choices are those that inhabit dif…
Sexual dimorphism
Mature females tend to be rounder-bodied than males.
Reproduction
Has been bred in captivity but few details are available. Apparently, it's a substrate-spawner that lays its eggs in a pre-excavated pit. Both parents assume r…
Notes
Also known as the stinging or fossil catfish, H. fossilis is not recommended to the inexperienced due to its venomous nature. The venom is contained in sacs at…
References
References
No references