- Megalodoras uranoscopus
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Megalodoras uranoscopus File:Megalodoras Uranoscopus.jpg Megalodoras Uranoscopus Conservation status Not EvaluatedScientific classification Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Actinopterygii Order: Siluriformes Family: Doradidae Genus: Megalodoras Species: M. uranoscopus Binomial name Megalodoras uranoscopus
(Eigenmann & Eigenmann, 1888)Synonyms - Doras libertatis
- D. uranoscopus
- Hoplodoras uranoscopus
- Megalodoras irwini
- M. libertatis
Giant Talking Catfish, Giant Raphael Catfish (Megalodoras uranoscopus) is a species of catfish of the family Doradidae.
Distribution and habitat
This fish originates widespread from the Amazon Basin.
Description
This fish reaches an average of 700mm (27.6"). pH range of (5.8 - 7.4). Temperature range of 21.0-24.0°C (69.8-75.2°F).
Aquarium
Not commonly imported but is appealing for its attractive colour pattern which remains with age. Diet include catfish pellets, catfish tablets, prawns and frozen bloodworms. Peaceful aquarium fish and compatible with most medium to large fish.
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