The Spotted Rafael Catfish, also known, as the Talking Catfish is an interesting fish. When taken out of water, it will make clicking noises, which is what they are best known for. Spotted Rafael are easy to care for and are friendly, which makes them a desired fish.

Spotted Rafael Catfish are a peaceful animal. They are a solitary fish that will generally not bother other tank mates. They will do fine in a community tank, even if they are by themselves. The Spotted Rafael is nocturnal and will mostly hide during the day.

Spotted Rafael Catfish should have course gravel as a substrate, as dirt or finer particles will make their tank murky from the constant digging. Live plants are acceptable as long as they can withstand the constant digging. They should also have plenty of hiding places. Like other Catfish, Spotted Rafael Catfish are mostly active at night and their tank should have low lighting levels.

The Spotted Rafael Catfish is a medium sized fish, and at maturity will reach a size of 6 inches. The Spotted Rafael has a black body with varyingly located spots of white to beige color. The Spotted Rafael Catfish has 24 to 29 rays in its anal fin. Maturity will be reached in two to three years.

The Spotted Rafael Catfish, or Agamyxis pectinifrons, is found in Ecuador and Peru

Spotted Rafael Catfish should be fed live foods, such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, earthworms and other small fish. It will eat freeze dried, pellet and tablet food occasionally. They can withstand ranging water conditions, but prefer water between 68 and79, degrees fahrenheit, and pH levels from 5.8 to 7.5.

Spotted Rafael Catfish have never been breed in captivity and the sex of the species is indistinguishable.