Phractocephalus

Although this profile has been included for information purposes, we do not recommend keeping this species in the home unless you are one of the select few with the facilities available to house it for life. The aquarium dimensions quoted above should be considered an absolute minimum and in reality this fish requires a phenomenal volume of water if it is to be housed long term. Unfortunately, the price of red-tails has fallen considerably in recent years and "kittens" are readily a...