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Big Bully

        This fish is Commonly know as the Clown Knifefish. Sometimes it is called the feather back. These fish are silver in color and have black spots. They are thin but very long.

Tank setup

The Clown Knife fish has to be kept in a large aquarium. These fish are very aggressive . They can out fight most fish. They are nocturnal so you might want dim lights and maybe floating plants. Try to avoid sharp rocks because this fish doesnt have large scales. 

Feeding

These fish eat meaty foods. They are carnivorous and will eat live foods. Some food like beef heart or fish meat. They prefer to feed ant night.

Tank Mates

Idea tank mates would be other large catfish, large fish like pacus.

INFO SHEET

Sci Name:

Notopterus chitala Family: Notopteridae
Origin: SE Asia Max. Size: 36" or larger
PH: Slightly Acidic Temp: 75-85f
Tank Size: 180 gal Feeding: Carnivorous

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