African whiptailed catfish
Phractura ansorgii
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African whiptailed catfish (Phractura ansorgii) is a freshwater fish of the family Amphiliidae, in the order Siluriformes. Maximum recorded length is 9 cm.
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The African whiptailed catfish (Phractura ansorgii) is a small freshwater fish reaching up to 9 cm in length. It inhabits rivers and streams in West Africa and has an elongated, whip-like tail.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 9,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Taxonomy
| Orden | Siluriformes (Catfishes) |
| Familia | Amphiliidae |
| Especies | Phractura ansorgii |
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