The whiptail catfish is a slender, elongated armored catfish known for its flattened body and exceptionally long tail. It inhabits slow-moving or still freshwater environments with sandy or muddy substrates, often blending with the bottom. Typically reaching 4–8 inches in length and weighing up to 0.3 pounds, it is peaceful and exhibits calm, benthic behavior. This summary was AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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