So you want to keep a RTC (Red Tailed Catfish)?

[redtalied1218]

I bought one of these guys about a week or so and only became a member just the other day. Boy i wish I would of became a member sooner as I wouldnt of bought him. He's probabley about an inch long if that but the problem im haveing is makeing sure he gets feed. You see I have 2 oscars that are pigs and the blood worms I feed him rarely make it to the bottom. I've tried to feed at night with the lights out when the pigs are asleep but when they see the slightest bit of light thier ready for food.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Kracker

i have the same issue only with bass. my rtc however loves to be hand fed

 

[redtalied1218]

Awesome, glad this could be a sticky. I also am aware they will live longer than 15 years, that's why I put 15+.

iv heard they max at about 45 years old

 

[aropwn]

im building a 2,000 gallon pond for a RTC 2 silver aros and 2 red belly pacu is that to small of a pond ?

 

[RTC GAR TSN]

im building a 2,000 gallon pond for a RTC 2 silver aros and 2 red belly pacu is that to small of a pond ?

It depends on the footprint. What are the dimensions of the tank?

 

[aropwn]

13' x 6' x 3.5'

 

[Diskboy12]

That's decent size. Mine's going to either be a 12'x12'x5' or a 20' round 5' deep. I plan to keep several RTC's.

 

[Tyler2112]

I totally agree with you on the diet section and I will not feed mine feeders any more

 

[Jimmy16]

not thousands. millions! i spend $50 every week feeding mine! i have 2

thats more than what it costs to feed me! lol

 

[gary2200]

Do you have any tips on how to cure gill cure for my rtc, he is 12" and acting weird, he dosnt eat activly and sit still all day?

 

[meandovii]

big fish