Chili Sea Catfish
Notarius troschelii
- Group: Other
- Max size: 70.6 cm
- For divers: dangerous
- IUCN status: LC
A sea catfish of coastal waters, the Chili sea catfish keeps to marine habitats and reaches about 71 centimetres. Like other sea catfishes the male broods the eggs in his mouth, and its sharp fin spines can deliver a painful wound. It is sold fresh at market.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Siluriformes › Ariidae › Notarius
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 293654.
FAQ
- Is the Chili Sea Catfish dangerous to divers?
- The Chili Sea Catfish can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Chili Sea Catfish get?
- The Chili Sea Catfish grows to about 70.6 cm.