{"id":2379,"date":"2026-02-16T23:09:27","date_gmt":"2026-02-16T23:09:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/black-nile-catfish-bagrus-bajad-20cm\/"},"modified":"2026-02-16T23:09:27","modified_gmt":"2026-02-16T23:09:27","slug":"black-nile-catfish-bagrus-bajad-20cm","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=black-nile-catfish-bagrus-bajad-20cm","title":{"rendered":"Black Nile Catfish Bagrus Bajad 20cm"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Black Nile Catfish Bagrus Bajad 20cm<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Overview:<\/strong> The Black Nile Catfish (Bagrus bajad) is a striking, dark-colored freshwater catfish species known for its sleek appearance and hardy nature. With its distinctive black hue and graceful movements, this catfish makes an impressive addition to any large, well-maintained aquarium.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Origin:<\/strong> Originating from the Nile River in Africa, these catfish are accustomed to riverine environments with moderate to fast-flowing waters.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Feeding:<\/strong> Black Nile Catfish are omnivorous and readily accept a varied diet, including sinking pellets, live or frozen foods such as bloodworms, and occasional meaty treats like shrimp or mussels.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tank Mates:<\/strong> Best kept with similarly-sized, non-aggressive tank mates. Compatible species include larger tetras, barbs, larger cichlids, and peaceful bottom dwellers like loaches or larger plecos.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Aggression:<\/strong> Generally peaceful but may exhibit territorial behavior, especially when housed with smaller tank mates. Provide ample hiding spots and space to reduce potential conflicts.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Experience Level:<\/strong> Suitable for intermediate to experienced aquarists due to their size and specific care requirements. Regular maintenance and understanding of water quality are crucial for their well-being.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Water Parameters:<\/strong> Prefers a pH range of 6.5-7.5, temperatures between 75-82\u00b0F (24-28\u00b0C), and moderate water flow. Adequate filtration and regular water changes are essential to maintain optimal water quality.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Black Nile Catfish Bagrus Bajad 20cm Overview: The Black Nile Catfish (Bagrus bajad) is a striking, dark-colored freshwater catfish species known for its sleek appearance and hardy nature. With its distinctive black hue and graceful movements, this catfish makes an impressive addition to any large, well-maintained aquarium. Origin: Originating from the Nile River in Africa, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":2378,"template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[27],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-2379","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-catfish","8":"first","9":"instock","10":"taxable","11":"shipping-taxable","12":"purchasable","13":"product-type-simple"},"group_of_quantity":0,"min_quantity":0,"max_quantity":"","exclude_order_quantity_value_rules":"no","exclude_category_quantity_rules":"no","combine_variations":"no","exclude_global_add_ons":[],"addons":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product\/2379","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/2378"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=2379"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_brand&post=2379"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_cat&post=2379"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_tag&post=2379"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}