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[ARRIVED 15-JAN-2026] Driftwood Catfish 5-7cmDriftwood Catfish Large growing feature catfish with wood associated behaviour and a bold prehistoric appearance Quick Facts Size: Approx. 57 cm juvenile Adult Size: Up to 27 cm Tank Size: Large aquarium required Difficulty: Moderate Temperament: Generally peaceful Best Kept: Spacious community or species focused setup Is this for you? Good if: You want a true feature catfish You keep a medium to large aquarium You enjoy unusual bottom dwelling
Driftwood Catfish
Large-growing feature catfish with wood-associated behaviour and a bold prehistoric appearance
Quick Facts
- Size: Approx. 5–7 cm juvenile
- Adult Size: Up to 27 cm
- Tank Size: Large aquarium required
- Difficulty: 🟡 Moderate
- Temperament: Generally peaceful
- Best Kept: Spacious community or species-focused setup
Is this for you?
✔️ Good if:
- You want a true feature catfish
- You keep a medium-to-large aquarium
- You enjoy unusual bottom-dwelling species
- You can provide driftwood and hiding areas
❌ Avoid if:
- You run a nano or small aquarium
- You want a “cleanup fish” only
- You keep tiny nano fish long-term
- You cannot accommodate adult growth
Why this fish?
Driftwood Catfish are distinctive large-growing catfish known for their strong association with wood, caves, and shaded environments.
Their elongated body, strong pectoral fins, and prehistoric appearance make them a standout choice for aquarists wanting something beyond common community species.
Unlike many small catfish, this species becomes a true centrepiece over time and benefits from spacious, mature aquariums.
Common mistakes
- Underestimating adult size
- Keeping in undersized aquariums
- Housing with very small fish long-term
- Insufficient hiding spaces or driftwood
- Weak filtration for a large-bodied catfish
Care made simple
- Temperature: Tropical freshwater conditions
- Diet: Sinking pellets, vegetables, worms, frozen foods
- Flow: Moderate water movement
- Decor: Driftwood, caves, shaded areas
- Water: Stable and well-filtered
Pair with
- Medium-sized peaceful fish
- Large planted or driftwood layouts
- Robust filtration systems
- Large community aquariums
- Bottom feeder sinking foods
Important Considerations
- This species grows significantly larger than many common catfish
- Requires strong filtration due to waste production
- Not suitable for nano or small aquariums
- May prey on very small tank mates as it matures
- Best suited to experienced or prepared hobbyists
Driftwood Catfish are often purchased small and underestimated. Their long-term success depends less on feeding and more on planning for adult size, filtration, and tank footprint.
FAQ
How large does this species get?
Adults can reach approximately 27 cm depending on conditions and age.
Do they need driftwood?
Yes. Driftwood and shaded hiding areas are strongly recommended for comfort and natural behaviour.
Can they live with small fish?
Juveniles may coexist, but very small fish may become prey as the catfish matures.
Are they aggressive?
Generally peaceful, though territorial behaviour may occur in confined spaces.
Are they suitable for beginners?
Best suited to aquarists prepared for larger fish care and long-term tank planning.
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