Irwini Catfish (Megalodoras uranoscopus) Sizes:13 -14 inches build-ups of other nitrogenous wastes

build-ups of other nitrogenous wastes are not tolerated

Compatible: Large cichlids (oscars)

flat and elongated with an arched back

This species grows to a length of 16 inches

vertical presence than standard varieties

Irwini Catfish (Megalodoras uranoscopus) Sizes:13 -14 inches build-ups of other nitrogenous wastesA unique and heavily armored catfish found throughout the Amazon and its tributaries, the Irwins Catfish or Giant Raphael Catfish is typically a gentle giant in the aquarium, ignoring most fish and being well protected from even the most aggressive tankmates. In the wild, their diet largely consists of aquatic snails, crustaceans, fruit and vegetation, but they will readily accept almost any sinking food. A great scavenger to help manage leftover food