Shoe Head Catfish

The flattened, elongated head on this catfish looks almost comically shoe-shaped from above, but the design is pure function: a wide, low profile that lets it hug the substrate and stay nearly invisible while lying in wait, then snap its duckbill-flat mouth shut the instant prey passes overhead.

Care level: Moderate · Temperament: Peaceful, predatory to small fish · Max size: ~24" · Min tank: 125+ gal (adult) · Diet: Carnivore, live/frozen foods