Family: Pangasiidae
Pangasianodon hypophthalmus — a Pangasiidae from Southeast Asia. Reaches 97.5–143 cm; keep at 22–30 °C.
Pangasianodon hypophthalmus is a Pangasiidae from Southeast Asia. In the wild it prefers large rivers of the Mekong basin; in the aquarium it stays peaceful toward large tankmates. Plan on 97.5–143 cm of adult fish at 22–30 °C. In a community tank it pairs well with Similar-sized peaceful community fish.
A moderate-level species: peaceful toward large tankmates; eats small fish; stable water matters more than fancy equipment.
Aim for 22–30 °C. Heater for stable warmth; 22–30 °C curated husbandry range.
Adults reach 97.5–143 cm; it is middle of the water column. Plan for at least 500 litres.
Omnivore; quality pellets plus meaty foods. It forages naturally over sand and gravel, so let some food reach the bottom.
Yes, with care. Peaceful toward large tankmates; eats small fish — pair it with Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs and skip Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates.
Comes from Southeast Asia: large rivers of the Mekong basin. Expect moderate to strong current and requires excellent oxygenation.
Low escape risk, but a lid is cheap insurance.
In the aquarium: not bred in captivity. Females fuller-bodied.