The Lima Shovelnose catfish, also called the duckbill catfish, has a unique broad flat shovel mouth and long whiskers. Lima shovelnose are caught in Peru, hence the name - for those that know their capitals. In the aquarium these fish only grow to about ten inches and can be kept mid-size and large fish. Generally the Lima shovelnose catfish will adapt to sinking pellets and frozen food, but be prepared to offer live black worms or feeder ghost shrimp.
Scientific name: Sorubim lima
Origin: Peru
Max Size: 10 inches
Life span: 12 years
Food: Live feeders, scavanger, sinking pellets
Shipping Size: 4 to 6 inches medium 3 inches small
