The gold wolf fish is a robust, elongated freshwater species with a shimmering golden hue. It inhabits slow-moving rivers and floodplains in South America. Typically reaching up to 12 inches and weighing around 2 pounds, it is a carnivorous predator, feeding on smaller fish and invertebrates. Known for its aggressive behavior, it is a solitary and territorial hunter. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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