{"product_id":"pictus-catfish","title":"Pictus Catfish","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-69a4e5db-da6c-832e-b651-06614cf3d436-30\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-108\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"7827fe9c-000e-4907-a5d7-084faa79f9ee\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"404\"\u003eThe Pictus Catfish is a sleek and energetic freshwater catfish recognized for its silvery body covered in small black spots and its long, elegant barbels that resemble whiskers. This species is constantly active, especially during the evening hours, and its graceful swimming and striking spotted pattern make it a popular choice for larger community aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"406\" data-end=\"647\"\u003ePictus Catfish are considered \u003cstrong data-start=\"436\" data-end=\"456\"\u003emoderate in care\u003c\/strong\u003e and do best in well-maintained aquariums with good filtration and plenty of swimming space. They are social fish and tend to be more confident and active when kept with others of their kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"652\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"654\" data-end=\"676\"\u003eCare Requirements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"975\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"714\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"679\" data-end=\"714\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"679\" data-end=\"693\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55 gallons minimum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"744\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"717\" data-end=\"744\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"717\" data-end=\"733\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28 °C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"764\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"764\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"754\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"765\" data-end=\"812\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"767\" data-end=\"812\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"767\" data-end=\"786\"\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"813\" data-end=\"879\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"879\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"831\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful but predatory toward very small fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"880\" data-end=\"975\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"975\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"891\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivore — sinking pellets, frozen foods, insects, shrimp, and other meaty foods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"977\" data-end=\"980\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"1011\"\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Compatibility:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003ePictus Catfish are \u003cstrong data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003efast-moving, active bottom and midwater swimmers\u003c\/strong\u003e and should ideally be kept in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1114\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003esmall groups\u003c\/strong\u003e if the tank size allows. They are generally peaceful with fish too large to be eaten but may prey on very small fish such as tiny tetras or fry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1300\"\u003eGood tankmates include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1399\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1318\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1318\"\u003eLarger tetras\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003eBarbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1341\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1341\"\u003eGouramis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003eMedium-sized cichlids\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1368\" data-end=\"1399\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1399\"\u003eOther robust community fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1401\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003eAvoid housing them with very small fish or extremely slow-moving species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1476\" data-end=\"1479\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1481\" data-end=\"1496\"\u003eTank Setup:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003eA \u003cstrong data-start=\"1499\" data-end=\"1543\"\u003elarger aquarium with open swimming space\u003c\/strong\u003e works best for Pictus Catfish. Include driftwood, caves, and shaded areas where they can rest during the day. Soft substrate is recommended to protect their sensitive barbels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1724\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1848\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1848\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eA fast-moving spotted catfish with long whiskers and tons of personality—perfect for larger, active community aquariums.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47951030288606,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"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\/pictus-catfish","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}