Lima Shovelnose Catfish (Sorubim lima) Myleus / Pacu A large and efficient biological

A large and efficient biological filter is needed to cope with the amounts of biological waste produced by an active

silvery-green fish

This is a new species to the hobby

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Lima Shovelnose Catfish (Sorubim lima) Myleus / Pacu A large and efficient biologicalSorubim lima, also known as the lima shovelnose catfish can often we found in parts of South America and throughout the Amazon. These catfish are scavengers and can reach lengths up to 14 to 18 inches. They have a temperamental behavior and are part of the aggressive predatory family of pimelodidae. In their natural habit in the wild they hunt of a variety of food including but not limited to small crustaceans, fish, insects, and worms.