Fishing for Gilded catfish

Zungaro zungaro

The Gilded catfish is a large freshwater fish known for its elongated body and distinctive golden hue. It inhabits the fast-flowing rivers of the Amazon Basin. Reaching up to 60 inches and weighing around 200 pounds, it is a nocturnal predator, feeding on smaller fish and invertebrates. Its behavior is solitary, often hiding among submerged structures. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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