Spotted Talking Cat
Agamyxis pectinifrons
The spotted talking catfish (Agamyxis pectinifrons) is a unique and hardy freshwater species native to the Amazon Basin. Known for the striking white or yellow spots on their dark bodies, these fish are popular in home aquariums. They belong to the family Doradidae, famous for their ability to produce sound by rubbing their pectoral fins, hence the "talking" name. These bottom-dwellers are nocturnal, hiding during the day and becoming active at night. They thrive in a well-filtered tank with hiding spots and a soft substrate.
Current Size – 4-5cm
Adult Length – 18cm
Temperature Range – 22 - 27°C
pH Range – 6.5 – 7.8
Special Requirements: Talking cats have serrated edges to their pectoral fins that clamp together when they have cause to. Do not catch with a net as they can catch their fins on the netting and be difficult to remove without damaging the fish.
Tanks Mates and Compatibility – They are peaceful and robust so can tolerate most large fish environments
Feeding – They will accept most food, including catfish pellets and frozen blood work etc.wing catfish that needs space. Prefers a soft substrate.
Please note – Some images used are library photos and will show the colour potential at a fully mature size, as our fish are juveniles they may vary.
We always aim to supply the fish as close to the purchase size as possible. On rare occasions if this is not possible we will contact you.
The fish are selected at random however you are welcome to make a note on the order and the fish manager will do his best for you, requests are dependent on stock at the time of your order.
