Description Tiger Shovelnose Catfish (Pseudoplatystoma fasciatum) Origin: Aquacultured Asia Diet: A large predator and scavenger in the wild, will eat anything small enough to fit in its mouth. In the aquarium, accepts most frozen and prepared sinking foods. Adult Size: A truly huge 36″, wild specimens over 40″ have been recorded Recommended Tank Size: Realistically only suited for an indoor pond or the largest custom aquariums Compatibility: Peaceful towards most tankmates large enough to avoid being eaten. Preferred Water Parameters pH:                          6.0 – 7.5 Temp:                     76-82F Ammonia:              0ppm Nitrite:                    0ppm Nitrate:                  <30ppm