Bagarius Suchus

Size: Approx. 12-14”

Minimum Tank Size: 500 gallons
Care Level: Advanced
Temperament: Very aggressive
Aquarium Hardiness: Sensitive
Water Conditions: 64.4-73.4° F, pH 6.0-7.2
Max Size: Up to 28″

Color Form: Dark brown with dark bands and spots. Younger individuals may have more prominent markings.

Diet: Carnivorous, Feed a varied diet of live or frozen fish, shrimp, mussels, and other invertebrates. Avoid mammalian or avian meat as it can harm their health.

Compatibility: Their predatory nature makes them incompatible with most other fish. You might consider very large, robust species in much larger tanks, but proceed with caution and monitor closely.

Origin: Mekong and Chao Phraya basins in Thailand
Family: Sisoridae
Lifespan: 5-15 years
Aquarist Experience Level: Advanced