{"product_id":"segelantennenwels-leiarius-pictus","title":"Sailfin Antenna Catfish – Leiarius pictus | Wild Caught | Peaceful large catfish with impressive dorsal fin","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"388\" data-end=\"780\"\u003eThe sailfin antenna catfish (\u003cem data-start=\"434\" data-end=\"451\"\u003eLeiarius pictus\u003c\/em\u003e) is a majestic large catfish from the Amazon basin and is one of the most beautiful representatives of its family. Particularly striking are its high, sail-like dorsal fin and the contrasting pattern of dark spots and lines. This imposing species is peaceful, robust, and very popular with aquarists with large tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"782\" data-end=\"1092\"\u003eIn nature, \u003cem data-start=\"803\" data-end=\"820\"\u003eLeiarius pictus\u003c\/em\u003e inhabits calm, deeper sections of large river systems in South America. There, it lives bottom-oriented, often near roots or in the shade of large rocks. Juveniles show a more intense patterning that transitions into an elegant spotted pattern with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1504\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1125\"\u003eCharacteristics \u0026amp; Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003e🐟 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1146\"\u003eFish size:\u003c\/strong\u003e XL (approx. 20–30 cm, juvenile)\u003cbr data-start=\"1174\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003e🌍 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e South America (Amazon, Orinoco, Essequibo systems) – \u003cstrong data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003eWild-caught\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1262\"\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25–30 °C\u003cbr data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1293\"\u003e💧 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1296\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003epH value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1319\"\u003e⚖️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1338\"\u003eTotal hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 20 °dGH\u003cbr data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1353\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e🐠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003eSocial behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, grows large, active\u003cbr data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003e🏞️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003eAquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e from 1500 l (long-term \u0026gt;8000 l) with roots, current \u0026amp; free swimming space\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1841\"\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1524\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003eThe sailfin antenna catfish is an omnivore with a preference for protein-rich food. Frozen and live food such as mussel meat, shrimp, krill, and fish pieces are readily accepted. Juveniles also eat food tablets and sinking granules. A varied diet promotes vitality and growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1843\" data-end=\"2103\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"1855\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"1858\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1875\"\u003eLeiarius pictus\u003c\/em\u003e should be kept in very large, well-filtered aquariums with strong currents. Due to its size and activity, it is only suitable for experienced keepers. A combination with robust, larger fish is possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2105\" data-end=\"2291\"\u003e👉 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2118\"\u003eConclusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2118\" data-end=\"2121\"\u003eThe sailfin antenna catfish (\u003cem data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2161\"\u003eLeiarius pictus\u003c\/em\u003e) is an imposing, peaceful large catfish with an impressive dorsal fin – a highlight for any large South American aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AquariumAquaristik","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53562749223245,"sku":null,"price":399.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/5755\/7325\/files\/51229_b8591da7895e85a5ab77bf75483cbef1.jpg?v=1773958373","url":"https:\/\/aquaexotica.de\/en\/products\/segelantennenwels-leiarius-pictus","provider":"AquaExotica","version":"1.0","type":"link"}