{"product_id":"vulture-catfish","title":"Vulture Catfish","description":"\u003cp\u003eCalophysus macropterus (vulture catfish) — short care summary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize\/lifespan: 25–40 cm (10–16 in); ~8–12 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperament: Semi-aggressive, opportunistic scavenger; may nip fins or eat small\/delicate fish. Better with similarly sized, robust tankmates or kept in groups (needs larger tank). Mostly crepuscular\/nocturnal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiet: Omnivore—prefers meaty foods (pellets, frozen fish, shrimp, worms); accepts scavenged flakes; add occasional veg.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater: 24–28°C (75–82°F); pH 6.0–7.5; soft–moderate hardness (2–15 dGH). Needs excellent filtration and oxygenation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTank: Large tank (300+ L \/ 80+ gal for one adult); open swimming space, hiding spots, sand\/fine gravel, strong flow. Regular water changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Global Exoticquatics ","offers":[{"title":"4-5in","offer_id":48145937334464,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/3892\/5248\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_85eeccff-7356-4d86-b7a5-e75e3c5d0978.jpg?v=1777221847","url":"https:\/\/globalexoticquatics.com\/products\/vulture-catfish","provider":"Global Exoticquatics ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}