Description
The bottlenose catfish (Ageneiosus species, such as Ageneiosus marmoratus) is a unique , predatory freshwater fish from South America known for its smooth , scaleless silver body, marbled black patterns, and broad, duckbill-like head.Â
Key Facts
- Size: Grows anywhere from 18 cm (7 inches) up to 60 cm+ (24 inches) depending on the exact species.
- Diet: Carnivore; they eat small fish and invertebrates in the wild.
- Behavior: Nocturnal and predatory, with a large mouth designed to swallow prey whole.
- Water Needs: Tropical freshwater (23–26°C
