Catfish
Arius maculatus
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Overview
Catfish (Arius maculatus) is a euryhaline fish of the family Ariidae, in the order Siluriformes. Maximum recorded length is 80 cm. Its recorded depth range is 50–100 m. Recorded habitats include neritic, estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 80,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 50-100m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, estuaries
Wassertyp
Freshwater & Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
50-100m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Siluriformes (Catfishes) |
| Familie | Ariidae |
| Arten | Arius maculatus |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Catfish get?
Catfish can grow up to 80.0 cm long.
Where is Catfish found?
Neritic, estuaries
What family does Catfish belong to?
Catfish (Arius maculatus) belongs to the family Ariidae in the order Siluriformes (Catfishes).
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