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<b>Common Names:</b> Tigrinus Catfish
<br><b>Scientific Name:</b> <i>Merodontotus tigrinus</i>
<br><b>Family:</b> Pimelodidae
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<br><b>Alkalinity:</b> 6.5-7.5 pH
<br><b>Temp:</b> 70-78°F
<br><b>Hardness:</b> 4-7 KH
<br><b>Life Span:</b> 5-30 years
<br><b>Maximum Size:</b> 24 inches
<br><b>Preferred Tank Size:</b> 180g
<br><b>Diet:</b> Carnivore
<br><b>Breeding:</b> Has not been observed breeding in captivity and the sexes are not easily distinguished.
<br><b>Temerament:</b> Aggressive
<br><b>Compatible:</b> Do not keep with other large catfish or any fish small enough to be eaten
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<br><b>Habitat:</b> Plenty of hiding spaces provided by rocks and driftwood is recommended
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<br><b>In The Wild:</b> South America
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