The Flatwhiskered catfish is a freshwater species found in South American river basins. It has an elongated body with long, flat barbels. This nocturnal predator feeds on smaller fish and invertebrates. Typically reaching up to 24 inches in length and weighing around 15 pounds, it prefers slow-moving waters and is known for its solitary behavior. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Flatwhiskered catfish
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Flatwhiskered catfish
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