Albino Golden Arrowhead Catfish (Pseudobagrus sp)

Albino Golden Arrowhead Catfish — Pseudobagrus sp.

Streamlined predator with glowing contrast

The Albino Golden Arrowhead Catfish is a sleek, fast-water Asian species that combines sharp structure with eye-catching coloration. Its elongated body and pointed, triangular head give it a true “arrowhead” profile, while the albino morph replaces natural camouflage with soft golden-cream tones and ruby eyes. Under aquarium lighting, the body takes on a warm metallic glow that stands out beautifully against darker backgrounds.

Native to river systems across East Asia, Pseudobagrus species are built for current. Unlike heavy, bottom-sitting catfish, the Arrowhead actively cruises mid-to-lower water levels, especially at dusk. It is alert, responsive, and quick at feeding time — darting forward with precision rather than bulldozing like larger South American cats.

Reaching 8–12 inches depending on lineage, this species makes an excellent medium-sized predator for river-style setups.

Aquarium Setup

• Minimum Tank Size: 90–125 gallons

• Substrate: Sand or smooth gravel

• Flow: Moderate to strong current preferred

• Décor: Driftwood, rock structure, shaded retreats

• Lighting: Moderate to subdued

• Cover: Tight lid recommended — active swimmer

Tank Mates

Best housed with similarly sized, confident species:

• Larger barbs

• Silver Dollars

• Medium to large cichlids (non-hyper aggressive)

• Other sturdy catfish

Avoid very small fish — they may be eaten. Avoid extremely aggressive tank mates that may outcompete or stress them.

Water Parameters

• Temperature: 72–78°F (22–26°C)

• pH: 6.5–7.5

• Hardness: Soft to medium

• Filtration: Strong biological filtration

• Oxygen: High dissolved oxygen preferred

• Water Quality: Clean, stable conditions essential

Diet

Carnivorous:

• Sinking carnivore pellets

• Shrimp and prawn

• Worms

• Small fish or fish pieces