The Singing catfish (Trachelyopterus striatulus) is a freshwater fish of the family Auchenipteridae that grows up to 28 cm.
Description
The striped driftwood catfish is a catfish from fresh water of northern South America, including the Amazon and Orinoco basins. The species grows to about 28 cm and has a stocky, scaleless body with tough skin and three pairs of barbels. When caught it can make grunting or 'singing' sounds with its pectoral girdle. As a nocturnal bottom-dweller it shelters by day among driftwood and searches at night for insects, small fish and plant remains. The pectoral spines can prick. The IUCN has not evaluated the species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Singing catfish?
The Singing catfish has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Singing catfish live?
The Singing catfish lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Singing catfish get?
The Singing catfish grows to a maximum of about 28 cm.
Is the Singing catfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Singing catfish is harmless to humans.
Is the Singing catfish edible?
The Singing catfish is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Trachelyopterus
More from the family Auchenipteridae
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