Blacktip Sea Catfish
Plicofollis dussumieri
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 20–50 m
- Max size: 85 cm
- For divers: dangerous
- IUCN status: LC
A sea catfish of muddy coastal bottoms, it forages on invertebrates and small fish and pushes into the lower reaches of east African rivers. The male broods the eggs inside his own mouth, and the fish carries sharp, mildly dangerous fin spines.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Siluriformes › Ariidae › Plicofollis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 282297.
FAQ
- How deep does the Blacktip Sea Catfish live?
- The Blacktip Sea Catfish (Plicofollis dussumieri) is typically found at 20–50 m.
- Is the Blacktip Sea Catfish dangerous to divers?
- The Blacktip Sea Catfish can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Blacktip Sea Catfish get?
- The Blacktip Sea Catfish grows to about 85 cm.