The Tiger Shovelnose Cat is a tropical fish native to the Amazon River in South America, belonging to the Pseudoplatystoma genus of the Pimelodus family of catfishes, and has a flat head and long whiskers as a member of the catfish family. In this article, we would like to explain in detail the characteristics of the Tiger Shovelnose Cat and how to keep it.
What is Tiger Shovelnose Cat?
The Tiger Shovelnose Cat is a tropical fish in the Pseudoplatystoma genus of the catfish order Pimelodus. The origin of the tiger shovelnose cat is the Amazon River in South America.The tiger shovelnose cat is a flat-headed catfish with long whiskers. The body color of the tiger shovelnose cat is gray with black reticulation (tiger stripes) on its back and white on its abdomen. Some specialty stores use the aliases "Tiger Shovel" and "Bird Solvim" to describe them.
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How to keep a Tiger Shovelnose Cat
The lifespan of the Tiger Shovelnose Cat will be approximately 10-12 years. Their body size is approximately 100-120 cm. However, both lifespan and body size vary depending on the environment in which they are kept and the food they are fed. They prefer slightly acidic to neutral water, with a pH range of 6.0 to 8.0. The Tiger Shovelnose Cat is classified as a tropical fish and requires a heater in winter if kept in Japan.
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Points to keep in mind when mixing swimmers
Regarding mixed swimming, first of all, the Tiger Shovelnose Cat has a docile personality. Therefore, it is unlikely that they will injure a mixed breed. However, since the Tiger Shovelnose Cat is a large breed, it is important to note that if there is a large difference in size, the Tiger Shovelnose Cat may mistake it for food and swallow it whole.Recommended for mixing with the Tiger Shovelnose Cat are larger varieties such as the Arowana.
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Points about spawning
Many people who keep Tiger Shovelnose Cats want to breed them. However, breeding Tiger Shovelnose Cats is very difficult because there have been very few successful breeding attempts in a typical breeding environment.Most of the Tiger Shovelnose Cats in circulation are imported from Southeast Asia, where they are farmed in addition to wild individuals.
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What to look for when keeping a Tiger Shovelnose Cat
The tiger shovelnose catfish has a gray back with black reticulate patterns (tiger stripes) and can grow up to 100 cm or more. It can grow up to 100 cm or more in length. Therefore, it is a very popular species, just like the "redtail catfish," which is also a large catfish. It is recommended to keep this catfish in an aquarium of at least 120 cm in length.Tiger Shovelnose Cats are a very fast-growing species, and they grow so fast that if you keep them in a small tank, they will become cramped and will have to be moved to a larger tank. Also, since Tiger Shovelnose Cats are nocturnal, feeding them at night after the lights are turned off will allow you to see their dynamic feeding behavior. If you are interested in Tiger Shovelnose Cats, we recommend that you visit a specialty store to see them.
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