The stinging eel catfish is a slender, elongated fish found in coastal waters and estuaries. It typically grows up to 12 inches and weighs around 1.5 pounds. This species has a distinctive eel-like appearance with barbels around its mouth. It feeds on small invertebrates and fish. Known for its venomous spines, it exhibits cautious, bottom-dwelling behavior. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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