Arekaima
Leiarius arekaima
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Freshwater
Familia
Overview
Arekaima (Leiarius arekaima) is a freshwater fish of the family Pimelodidae (Long-whiskered Catfish), in the order Siluriformes.
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| Orden | Siluriformes (Catfishes) |
| Familia | Pimelodidae (Long-whiskered Catfish) |
| Especies | Leiarius arekaima |
Preguntas Frecuentes
What family does Arekaima belong to?
Arekaima (Leiarius arekaima) belongs to the family Pimelodidae (Long-whiskered Catfish) in the order Siluriformes (Catfishes).
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