Gillbacker Sea Catfish
Sciades parkeri
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 15–20 m
- Max size: 1.9 m
- For divers: dangerous
- IUCN status: VU
A large sea catfish of turbid coastal waters and river mouths, it reaches nearly two metres over muddy bottoms. The male carries the developing young in his mouth, and sharp venomous spines in its fins can inflict a painful wound.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Siluriformes › Ariidae › Sciades
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 712442.
FAQ
- How deep does the Gillbacker Sea Catfish live?
- The Gillbacker Sea Catfish (Sciades parkeri) is typically found at 15–20 m.
- Is the Gillbacker Sea Catfish dangerous to divers?
- The Gillbacker Sea Catfish can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Gillbacker Sea Catfish get?
- The Gillbacker Sea Catfish grows to about 1.9 m.