Quick tropical aquarium fish statistics and photos for some of the most common species,Phractocephalus hemioliopterus the Redtail Catfish

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Redtail Catfish

Family:	Pimelodidae
Species:	Phractocephalus hemioliopterus
Common Name:	Redtail Catfish
Size:	Up to 48 inches (122 cm)
Note:	Should not be considered a home aquarium fish, young are sometimes seen for sale and caution should taken before purchasing. It is unfair to subject any animal to less than ideal living conditions.
Habitat:	SOUTH AMERICA: Brazil, Rio Negro, Venezuela, Amazon and Orinoco River basins.
Min Tank Size:	120 gallon for young, public aquarium for adults.
Diet:	Carnivore.
Behavior:	Predatory.
Water:	68 - 79°F (20 – 26°C) pH range: 5.8 – 6.8; dH range: 10
Care:	Difficult.
Communities:	Cannot be kept with smaller fish.
Suitability:	Poor, grows to large for the home aquaria.