Bigmouth Sea Catfish
Ketengus typus
- Group: Other
- Max size: 25 cm
- For divers: dangerous
A stout sea catfish of rivers and brackish coastal water, named for the wide mouth it uses to take invertebrates and small fish. Its sharp fin spines can inflict a painful wound, so handle it with care.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Siluriformes › Ariidae › Ketengus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 281222.
FAQ
- Is the Bigmouth Sea Catfish dangerous to divers?
- The Bigmouth Sea Catfish can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Bigmouth Sea Catfish get?
- The Bigmouth Sea Catfish grows to about 25 cm.