Bighead catfish
Clarias macrocephalus
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Overview
Bighead catfish (Clarias macrocephalus) is a brackish-water fish of the family Clariidae (Airbreathing Catfish), in the order Siluriformes. Maximum recorded length is 120 cm, with a maximum published weight of 45 kg.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 120,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 45,0 kg |
| Tiefenbereich | 1-?m |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Brackish
Tiefenbereich
1-?m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Siluriformes (Catfishes) |
| Familie | Clariidae (Airbreathing Catfish) |
| Arten | Clarias macrocephalus |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Bighead catfish get?
Bighead catfish can grow up to 120.0 cm long and weigh 45.0 kg.
What family does Bighead catfish belong to?
Bighead catfish (Clarias macrocephalus) belongs to the family Clariidae (Airbreathing Catfish) in the order Siluriformes (Catfishes).
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