The Holland's catfish (Imparfinis hollandi) is a freshwater fish of the family Heptapteridae that grows up to 23 cm.
Description
Holland's catfish is a small three-barbeled catfish (Heptapteridae) from fresh water of southeastern Brazil. The species grows to about 23 cm and has an elongate, yellow-brown, scaleless body with long barbels and an adipose fin. As a nocturnal bottom-dweller it shelters by day among stones and roots of flowing streams and searches for insect larvae and small invertebrates at night. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Holland's catfish?
The Holland's catfish has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Holland's catfish live?
The Holland's catfish lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Holland's catfish get?
The Holland's catfish grows to a maximum of about 23 cm.
Is the Holland's catfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Holland's catfish is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Imparfinis
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