The Giant claroteid catfish (Pardiglanis tarabinii) is a freshwater fish of the family Claroteidae that grows up to 75 cm.
Description
The giant claroteid catfish is a large naked catfish (Claroteidae) from rivers and swamps of East Africa around the Jubba and Shabeelle drainages. The species can reach about 1 m and has a massive, scaleless, grey-brown body with a broad, flattened head, barbels, an adipose fin and stout spines in the dorsal and pectoral fins. As a nocturnal bottom predator it hunts fish, crustaceans and large invertebrates. The powerful fin spines can give a deep, painful puncture wound.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Giant claroteid catfish?
The Giant claroteid catfish has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Giant claroteid catfish live?
The Giant claroteid catfish lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Giant claroteid catfish get?
The Giant claroteid catfish grows to a maximum of about 75 cm.
Is the Giant claroteid catfish dangerous to humans?
The Giant claroteid catfish can cause injury; handle it with care.
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