Also called the Stripedtail Catfish, Flagtail Catfish are easily identified by the dark, lateral stripes on their tails. These fish typically have dark or light brown bodies ornamented with small, dark brown spots. Flagtail Catfish are native to the Amazon River basin in Brazil where they can be found in slow-moving waters such as tributaries, creeks and lakes. Because most specimens are wild caught, they may be delicate in regards to water quality and may be particularly susceptible to disease.