{"product_id":"marbled-tiger-shovelnose-catfish","title":"Tiger Shovelnose Catfish (Pseudoplatystoma fasciatum)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSpecies Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTiger shovelnose catfish (\u003cem\u003ePseudoplatystoma fasciatum\u003c\/em\u003e) inhabit South American river systems. Their elongated snout and bold patterning resemble a tiger’s stripes. Juveniles grow rapidly, soon outgrowing small tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHousing Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank or pond:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start with a 180‑gallon tank; adults need ponds of 500 gallons or more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain warm water at 75–82 °F with a pH of 6.5–7.5. Provide robust filtration and a soft sand substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDécor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add large pieces of driftwood and PVC pipes to create dark caves and hiding spots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet and Behaviour\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese nocturnal predators feed on fish, crustaceans and insects. Offer cut fish fillets, shrimp, crayfish and specially formulated carnivore pellets. Feed after lights out to mimic natural behaviour. They are best kept alone or with equally large fish to avoid predation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiven their immense size, tiger shovelnose catfish are suited only for experienced keepers with ample space. Adding floating \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/monsteraquariumon9.com\/pages\/live-plants-for-fish-tanks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003elive plants for fish tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e along pond edges provides shade, improves water quality and makes the habitat more natural for these river giants.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"monsteraquariumonline","offers":[{"title":"1.5-2”","offer_id":42305569128657,"sku":null,"price":37.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4-5\"","offer_id":41618111299793,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/9135\/5601\/files\/IMG_2922.jpg?v=1694728744","url":"https:\/\/www.monsteraquariumonline.com\/products\/marbled-tiger-shovelnose-catfish","provider":"monsteraquariumonline","version":"1.0","type":"link"}