FOXTAIL CATFISH (STURIO)

Foxtail Catfish (Sturio spp.) – Rare, Fast-Growing, and Built for Power

The Foxtail Catfish, also known by its trade name Sturio, is a rare and powerful predatory species that stands out with its elongated body, broad snout, and distinctive plume-like tail fin resembling a foxtail. Native to the Amazon Basin and surrounding regions, this catfish is highly sought after by serious monster fish keepers for its speed, size, and aggressive feeding behavior.

Known for its explosive growth rate and relentless appetite, the Foxtail Catfish is best suited for large predator aquariums or custom monster tanks. It’s not for beginners—but for those ready to house a show-stopping specimen, the payoff is huge.

🐟 Species Profile:

• Scientific Name: Sturio spp. (Foxtail Catfish)

• Common Name: Foxtail Catfish, Sturio

• Adult Size: 24–36 inches (and growing)

• Temperament: Aggressive predator

• Tank Size: 300+ gallons recommended

• Water Parameters: 75–82°F | pH 6.5–7.5 | Moderate hardness

• Diet: Carnivore – feeds on shrimp, fish, earthworms, tilapia, and high-protein pellets

🛠️ Tank Setup & Compatibility:

Foxtail Catfish thrive in:

• Monster predator tanks with wide open swimming space

• Sandy substrate and heavy-duty filtration (they’re messy eaters)

• Dim lighting or shaded hiding zones to reduce stress

Tankmates:

• Best with other large, fast-moving, aggressive fish like Peacock Bass, Arowanas, larger Datnoids, or big catfish

• Will eat smaller fish—not community safe

• Avoid slow or fragile species that may be outcompeted or attacked

Behavior:

• 🦈 Lightning-fast reflexes—strikes food with force

• ⚔️ Territorial—requires space to reduce aggression

• 💪 Highly active and responsive—very engaging predator

🛒 Why Buy a Foxtail Catfish from RobsAquatics.com?

Each Sturio Catfish is:

• ✅ Carefully acclimated and feeding on prepared foods

• ✅ Raised with proper spacing to reduce aggression

• ✅ Shipped live with our Live Arrival Guarantee

• ✅ Perfect for advanced aquarists and predator tank enthusiasts

📦 Add raw power and exotic rarity to your monster tank with the elusive and explosive Foxtail Catfish (Sturio)—now available at RobsAquatics.com.