The Silver antenna catfish (Pimelodus argenteus) is a freshwater fish of the family Pimelodidae that grows up to 25 cm.
Description
The Silver antenna catfish is a long-whiskered catfish (Pimelodidae) from fresh water of South America. The species grows to about 15 cm and has a slender, scaleless, greyish body with three pairs of very long barbels and an adipose fin. As a nocturnal bottom-dweller it searches over sand and mud of rivers and streams for insect larvae, small crustaceans and small fish. The stout, serrated pectoral and dorsal spines can give a painful puncture wound when handled.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Silver antenna catfish?
The Silver antenna catfish has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Silver antenna catfish live?
The Silver antenna catfish lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Silver antenna catfish get?
The Silver antenna catfish grows to a maximum of about 25 cm.
Is the Silver antenna catfish dangerous to humans?
The Silver antenna catfish can cause injury; handle it with care.
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Same genus Pimelodus
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