The North African catfish is a robust freshwater species known for its elongated body and smooth, scaleless skin. It thrives in diverse habitats, including rivers and lakes. Reaching up to 60 inches and weighing around 110 pounds, it is an opportunistic feeder, consuming a variety of aquatic organisms. Notably, it exhibits nocturnal behavior and can survive in low-oxygen environments. This summary is AI generated
Water type
Common depth
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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North African catfish
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