Thinspine Sea Catfish
Plicofollis layardi
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 20–50 m
- Max size: 49.2 cm
- For divers: dangerous
A sea catfish of coastal and brackish water, the thinspine sea catfish forages over the bottom for invertebrates and small fishes down to about 50 metres. Its stout fin spines can inflict a painful wound, so handle landed fish with care.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Siluriformes › Ariidae › Plicofollis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1043427.
FAQ
- How deep does the Thinspine Sea Catfish live?
- The Thinspine Sea Catfish (Plicofollis layardi) is typically found at 20–50 m.
- Is the Thinspine Sea Catfish dangerous to divers?
- The Thinspine Sea Catfish can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Thinspine Sea Catfish get?
- The Thinspine Sea Catfish grows to about 49.2 cm.