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
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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