What can I keep with Shovelnose Catfish?
The Shovelnose catfish (Pseudoplatystoma sp.) originates from South America, and are so-named for its long, flat and wide snout, giving the appearance of a shovel. Shovelnose catfish can grow very large, up to three feet in length, so need a suitably large habitat to thrive.
You will need to house them with tankmates of a similar size and growth rate, that are not aggressive or territorial. You will typically find shovelnose catfish housed with similar species, such as Redtail catfish, or more commonly with giant Gourami, Oscars and Pacu. Obviously this requires caution, and a suitably large habitat to accommodate.
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