Family: Bagridae
Sperata seenghala — a Bagridae from South Asia. Reaches 135–198 cm; keep at 20–30 °C.
Sperata seenghala is a Bagridae from South Asia. In the wild it prefers large rivers over sand and mud; in the aquarium it stays predatory toward small tankmates. Plan on 135–198 cm of adult fish at 20–30 °C. In a community tank it pairs well with Similar-sized peaceful community fish.
Intermediate difficulty. Predatory toward small tankmates; singles or small groups in large tanks.
Set the heater to 20–30 °C and avoid swings. pH 6.5–7.5, GH 5–15 dGH suit it.
Adults reach 135–198 cm; it is middle of the water column. Plan for at least 500 litres.
Carnivore; meaty sinking foods. Vary the menu — quality flakes or pellets plus frozen or live foods.
Predatory toward small tankmates. Recommended tankmates: Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs. Avoid Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates.
Its home waters are South Asia — large rivers over sand and mud, with moderate current.
In the aquarium: rare in captivity. Females plumper.