Flatmouth Sea Catfish
Plicofollis platystomus
- Group: Other
- Max size: 31 cm
- For divers: dangerous
- IUCN status: LC
A sea catfish of coastal waters and estuaries, feeding mainly on bottom invertebrates and growing to about thirty centimetres. Stiff venomous spines at the front of its fins can inflict a nasty wound, so handle it carefully. It is an important food fish.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Siluriformes › Ariidae › Plicofollis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 282299.
FAQ
- Is the Flatmouth Sea Catfish dangerous to divers?
- The Flatmouth Sea Catfish can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Flatmouth Sea Catfish get?
- The Flatmouth Sea Catfish grows to about 31 cm.