Butter catfish
Ompok bimaculatus
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Overview
Butter catfish (Ompok bimaculatus) is a brackish-water fish of the family Siluridae (Sheatfish), in the order Siluriformes. Maximum recorded length is 45 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–2 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 45,0 cm |
| Faixa de Profundidade | 0-2m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Água
Brackish
Faixa de Profundidade
0-2m
Taxonomy
| Ordem | Siluriformes (Catfishes) |
| Família | Siluridae (Sheatfish) |
| Espécies | Ompok bimaculatus |
Perguntas Frequentes
How big does Butter catfish get?
Butter catfish can grow up to 45.0 cm long.
What family does Butter catfish belong to?
Butter catfish (Ompok bimaculatus) belongs to the family Siluridae (Sheatfish) in the order Siluriformes (Catfishes).
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