The Sheatfish (Phalacronotus apogon) is a freshwater fish of the family Siluridae that grows up to 130 cm.
Description
The sheatfish is a scaleless catfish (Siluridae) from large rivers of Sundaland and the Mekong basin in Southeast Asia. The species grows to about 1.3 metres and has a strongly elongate, laterally compressed, bright-silvery, almost translucent body with a very long anal fin and a small or absent dorsal fin. As a nocturnal open-water predator it hunts fish and crustaceans in the river. It is an important food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Sheatfish?
The Sheatfish has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Sheatfish live?
The Sheatfish lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Sheatfish get?
The Sheatfish grows to a maximum of about 130 cm.
Is the Sheatfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Sheatfish is harmless to humans.
Is the Sheatfish edible?
Yes, the Sheatfish is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Phalacronotus
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