Marine catfish
Carlarius heudelotii
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Overview
Marine catfish (Carlarius heudelotii) is a euryhaline fish of the family Ariidae, in the order Siluriformes. Maximum recorded length is 83 cm, with a maximum published weight of 8.5 kg. Its recorded depth range is 15–75 m. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 83,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 8,5 kg |
| Tiefenbereich | 15-75m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Wassertyp
Freshwater & Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
15-75m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Siluriformes (Catfishes) |
| Familie | Ariidae |
| Arten | Carlarius heudelotii |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Marine catfish get?
Marine catfish can grow up to 83.0 cm long and weigh 8.5 kg.
Where is Marine catfish found?
Estuaries
What family does Marine catfish belong to?
Marine catfish (Carlarius heudelotii) belongs to the family Ariidae in the order Siluriformes (Catfishes).
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