The Tanganyika claroteid catfish (Bathybagrus tetranema) is a freshwater fish of the family Claroteidae that grows up to 17 cm.
Description
The Tanganyika claroteid catfish is a catfish of the family Claroteidae, endemic to Lake Tanganyika in East Africa. The species has an elongate, scaleless body with barbels, a flattened head and stout fin spines. It lives on the bottom of the lake at depths of about 40 to 80 m, but not deeper. As a bottom predator it feeds on small fishes and benthic invertebrates. The stout fin spines can give a painful puncture wound; otherwise the fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Tanganyika claroteid catfish?
The Tanganyika claroteid catfish has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Tanganyika claroteid catfish live?
The Tanganyika claroteid catfish lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Tanganyika claroteid catfish get?
The Tanganyika claroteid catfish grows to a maximum of about 17 cm.
Is the Tanganyika claroteid catfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Tanganyika claroteid catfish is harmless to humans.
Is the Tanganyika claroteid catfish edible?
The Tanganyika claroteid catfish is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Bathybagrus
More from the family Claroteidae
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