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The Mexican freshwater toadfish (Batrachoides goldmani) is a freshwater fish of the family Batrachoididae that grows up to 22 cm.
Description
The Mexican freshwater toadfish is a toadfish endemic to the Usumacinta basin in southern Mexico and Guatemala. The species grows to about 22 cm and has a stocky body with a broad, flattened head and a large mouth, characteristic of the toadfishes. As a freshwater bottom-dweller it shelters among stones and in burrows and ambushes small fish and invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans and is assessed as Least Concern (LC) by the IUCN.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Mexican freshwater toadfish?
The Mexican freshwater toadfish has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern. Broad flattened head with a large mouth; buried ambush predator
Where does the Mexican freshwater toadfish live?
The Mexican freshwater toadfish lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Usumacinta basin (Central America)
How big does the Mexican freshwater toadfish get?
The Mexican freshwater toadfish grows to a maximum of about 22 cm.
Is the Mexican freshwater toadfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Mexican freshwater toadfish is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Mexican freshwater toadfish edible?
The Mexican freshwater toadfish is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Batrachoides
More from the family Batrachoididae
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