Fin's Fish Guide
The Banded stream catfish (Caelatoglanis zonatus) is a freshwater fish of the family Erethistidae that grows up to 4 cm.
Description
The banded stream catfish is a small stream catfish (Akysidae) from fast-flowing, clear fresh water of Southeast Asia. The species grows to about 5 cm and has a stocky, brown body with pale crossbars, a rough skin and fringed barbels. As a nocturnal bottom-dweller it shelters among gravel, sand and leaf litter of mountain streams and snaps at insect larvae and small invertebrates. The pectoral spines can give a painful puncture wound when handled.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Banded stream catfish?
The Banded stream catfish has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a vertical stripes pattern. Bears sharp spines, plates or strong jaws that can cause cuts or puncture wounds; handle with care.
Where does the Banded stream catfish live?
The Banded stream catfish lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Asia: Myanmar
How big does the Banded stream catfish get?
The Banded stream catfish grows to a maximum of about 4 cm.
Is the Banded stream catfish dangerous to humans?
The Banded stream catfish can cause injury; handle it with care. For a cut or puncture from a sharp fin spine: rinse the wound with clean water, apply pressure to stop bleeding and cover with a sterile dressing. Check that no spine fragment remains and watch for signs of infection; for a deep wound update tetanus protection.
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