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The Manytooth shark catfish (Pangasius polyuranodon) is a brackish-water fish of the family Pangasiidae that grows up to 80 cm.
Description
The manytooth shark catfish is a shark catfish (Pangasiidae) from large rivers of the Mekong basin and Sundaland in Southeast Asia. The species grows to about 80 cm and has a streamlined, laterally compressed, silver-grey body with a broad mouth full of teeth, barbels and an adipose fin, and swims like a shark in open water. As a predator it hunts fish, crustaceans and molluscs. The stout, serrated dorsal and pectoral spines can give a painful puncture wound when handled.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Manytooth shark catfish?
The Manytooth shark catfish has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey. Bears sharp spines, plates or strong jaws that can cause cuts or puncture wounds; handle with care.
Where does the Manytooth shark catfish live?
The Manytooth shark catfish lives in brackish water and is mostly found around open water. Asia: Indonesia, Malaysia, Viet Nam, Thailand
How big does the Manytooth shark catfish get?
The Manytooth shark catfish grows to a maximum of about 80 cm.
Is the Manytooth shark catfish dangerous to humans?
The Manytooth shark 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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Same genus Pangasius
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