Black Tail Piraiba Goliath Catfish Brachyplatystoma Capapretum 10cm

Black Tail Piraiba Goliath Catfish Brachyplatystoma Capapretum 10cmBlack Tail Piraiba Goliath Catfish (Brachyplatystoma capapretum) OverviewThe Black Tail Piraiba Goliath Catfish is one of the largest freshwater catfish species, famous for its massive size, powerful build, and striking black tipped tail. It is a true apex predator and a dramatic centerpiece for enormous aquarium or pond setups, showcasing the grandeur of South American river giants. OriginAmazon and Orinoco Basins, South America Feeding Carnivorous:

The Black Tail Piraiba Goliath Catfish is one of the largest freshwater catfish species, famous for its massive size, powerful build, and striking black-tipped tail. It is a true apex predator and a dramatic centerpiece for enormous aquarium or pond setups, showcasing the grandeur of South American river giants.

Amazon and Orinoco Basins, South America

• Carnivorous: feeds on live or frozen meaty foods such as fish, shrimp, and worms
• Can be trained to accept high-quality carnivore pellets

• Only suitable with other very large, robust fish
• Avoid small or slow-moving species due to predatory nature

• Predatory and territorial; capable of eating smaller tankmates

Expert – requires enormous tanks or pond setups and advanced care

• Temperature: 24–28°C (75–82°F)
• pH: 6.0–7.5
• Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

• Requires extremely large aquariums (juveniles 500+ liters; adults need several thousand liters)
• Strong filtration, high water flow, and pristine water quality are essential
• Provides a show-stopping, awe-inspiring presence for expert aquarists

A colossal, predatory catfish ideal for highly experienced hobbyists seeking a true freshwater giant and apex centerpiece.