Catfish
Rhamdia quelen
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Freshwater
Overview
Catfish (Rhamdia quelen) is a freshwater fish of the family Heptapteridae, in the order Siluriformes. Maximum recorded length is 61 cm, with a maximum published weight of 4 kg. Its recorded depth range is 0–3 m. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 61,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 4,02 kg |
| Derinlik Aralığı | 0-3m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Su Tipi
Freshwater
Derinlik Aralığı
0-3m
Taxonomy
| Takım | Siluriformes (Catfishes) |
| Familya | Heptapteridae |
| Türler | Rhamdia quelen |
Sık Sorulan Sorular
How big does Catfish get?
Catfish can grow up to 61.0 cm long and weigh 4.02 kg.
Where is Catfish found?
Estuaries
What family does Catfish belong to?
Catfish (Rhamdia quelen) belongs to the family Heptapteridae in the order Siluriformes (Catfishes).
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