{"product_id":"jaguar-catfish","title":"Jaguar Catfish","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"398\"\u003eThe Jaguar Catfish is a striking and uncommon freshwater catfish known for its bold spotted pattern that resembles the markings of a jaguar. Its tan to golden body is covered in dark irregular spots, giving it a wild, predatory appearance while still maintaining a relatively manageable size for home aquariums compared to many larger catfish species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"400\" data-end=\"681\"\u003eDespite its fierce look, the Jaguar Catfish is generally \u003cstrong data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"477\"\u003emoderate in care\u003c\/strong\u003e and does well in appropriately sized aquariums with stable water conditions. It is primarily nocturnal and spends much of the day resting in caves or under driftwood before becoming more active at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"686\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"688\" data-end=\"710\"\u003eCare Requirements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"711\" data-end=\"1011\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"711\" data-end=\"748\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"748\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"727\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 gallons minimum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"778\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"778\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"767\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28 °C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"779\" data-end=\"798\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"798\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"788\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"799\" data-end=\"846\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"846\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"820\"\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"912\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"912\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"865\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive, predatory toward small fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"1011\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"1011\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"924\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivore — sinking pellets, frozen foods, earthworms, shrimp, and other meaty foods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1016\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1018\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Compatibility:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1255\"\u003eJaguar Catfish are \u003cstrong data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1096\"\u003ebottom-dwelling predators\u003c\/strong\u003e and should be housed with medium to larger tankmates that cannot be easily swallowed. Avoid keeping them with small community fish such as tetras or rasboras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1288\"\u003eSuitable tankmates may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003eLarger barbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1325\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1325\"\u003eMedium cichlids\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003eRobust community fish of similar size\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1369\" data-end=\"1506\"\u003eThey are generally peaceful toward fish too large to be considered prey but may compete for territory with other bottom-dwelling species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1508\" data-end=\"1511\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1528\"\u003eTank Setup:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1755\"\u003eProvide \u003cstrong data-start=\"1537\" data-end=\"1564\"\u003eplenty of hiding places\u003c\/strong\u003e, such as caves, driftwood, and rock structures. Dim lighting and soft substrate help replicate their natural environment. Because they are nocturnal, they often remain hidden during the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"1760\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1907\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1904\"\u003eA beautifully patterned spotted catfish with a jaguar-like appearance—an impressive bottom-dwelling addition to larger freshwater aquariums.\u003c\/em\u003e 🐟\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47951029141726,"sku":null,"price":84.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/4768\/4574\/files\/Photo.png?v=1741200651","url":"https:\/\/poseidonaquaticsandplants.com\/products\/jaguar-catfish","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}