{"product_id":"golden-eeltail-catfish-neosilurus-hyrtlii-8cm","title":"Golden Eeltail Catfish (Neosilurus Hyrtlii) 8cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGolden Eel-Tail Catfish (Neosilurus hyrtlii)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd a unique native Australian species to your aquarium with the Golden Eel-Tail Catfish (Neosilurus hyrtlii). Known for its elongated body, golden-brown colouring and distinctive eel-like tail, this fascinating catfish is an interesting addition for experienced freshwater fish keepers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNative to northern and eastern Australia, this species is naturally found in freshwater rivers, streams and other aquatic habitats. Its streamlined body and active bottom-dwelling behaviour make it a fascinating fish to observe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Neosilurus hyrtlii\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Golden Eel-Tail Catfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Australia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Predatory and potentially territorial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Elongated body with golden-brown to olive colouring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Carnivore – accepts suitable sinking carnivore pellets, frozen foods and live foods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSwimming Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mainly bottom and middle levels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate to advanced\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Information:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGolden Eel-Tail Catfish require a spacious, well-maintained aquarium with excellent filtration and good water quality. Provide plenty of hiding places using driftwood, rocks and suitable aquarium decorations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are predatory fish and may eat smaller fish, shrimp and other tank inhabitants that fit into their mouths. Choose tank mates carefully and avoid keeping them with small ornamental fish or shrimp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA varied, protein-rich diet and a suitable tank environment will help maintain their health and natural behaviour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This species can grow considerably larger than typical aquarium catfish. Please research its adult size and long-term space requirements before purchasing. Not recommended for small community aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Premier Pet","offers":[{"title":"1 Eel 8cm","offer_id":50915319906374,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1020\/9995\/files\/images_43.jpg?v=1793685459","url":"https:\/\/microaquaticshop.com.au\/products\/golden-eeltail-catfish-neosilurus-hyrtlii-8cm","provider":"Micro Aquatic Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}