Longsnouted Catfish
Plicofollis argyropleuron
- Group: Other
- Max size: 50 cm
- For divers: dangerous
A sea catfish of soft inshore bottoms, the longsnouted catfish feeds on detritus, prawns, soft bodied animals and mud. Stout spines in its fins can inflict a painful wound, so it is handled with care.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Siluriformes › Ariidae › Plicofollis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 282296.
FAQ
- Is the Longsnouted Catfish dangerous to divers?
- The Longsnouted Catfish can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Longsnouted Catfish get?
- The Longsnouted Catfish grows to about 50 cm.