Goonch Catfish

Yes, the goonch catfish, also called the giant devil cat, was featured on River Monsters as the fish that swallows men in India. Why someone wants this in an aquarium where they can grow up and eat their owner is questionable, but once in a while we'll get them in and they sell pretty fast! Goonch cats require a good size tank and good aeration and a varied diet. We guarantee to get these to you alive, but you will need to keep them that way - there are some good research and blog sites to help with that on the internet. These are stand-alone exotic pets. Do not feed children to them.

Quick Facts

Care Guide

Tank setup: They grow very large, so give them strong filtration, a sand bottom, sturdy decorations and a heavy, tight lid.

Feeding: Feed meaty foods like quality carnivore pellets and frozen shrimp or fish. Many learn to take pellets once settled.

Tankmates: They will eat any fish that fits in their mouth. Keep them only with large, robust fish.

Good to know: Goonch catfish come from fast, rocky rivers and need strong current and plenty of oxygen.