Is the Congo Sea Catfish dangerous to divers?

The Congo Sea Catfish can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.

How big does the Congo Sea Catfish get?

The Congo Sea Catfish grows to about 31.2 cm.

Congo Sea Catfish

Cathorops fuerthii

Group: Other
Max size: 31.2 cm
For divers: dangerous
IUCN status: DD

This sea catfish moves freely between fresh, brackish and salt water along tropical coasts. The stout spines at the front of its dorsal and pectoral fins can deliver a painful wound, so handle it with care. It reaches about thirty centimetres and is sold fresh at market.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Siluriformes › Ariidae › Cathorops

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 280043.

FAQ

Is the Congo Sea Catfish dangerous to divers?: The Congo Sea Catfish can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
How big does the Congo Sea Catfish get?: The Congo Sea Catfish grows to about 31.2 cm.