Tete Sea Catfish
Ariopsis seemanni
- Group: Other
- Max size: 44.4 cm
- For divers: dangerous
- IUCN status: LC
A hardy catfish of coastal and brackish waters, it pushes well up rivers and is sold fresh or salted across its range. The sharp spines at the front of its fins can deliver a painful wound, so it is best handled with care.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Siluriformes › Ariidae › Sciades
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 293653.
FAQ
- Is the Tete Sea Catfish dangerous to divers?
- The Tete Sea Catfish can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Tete Sea Catfish get?
- The Tete Sea Catfish grows to about 44.4 cm.