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The Rama catfish (Rama rama) is a freshwater fish of the family Bagridae that grows up to 10 cm.
Description
The rama catfish is a small bagrid catfish (Bagridae) from fresh water of the Ganges and Brahmaputra systems in South Asia. The species grows to about 10 cm and has a stocky, grey-brown body with barbels around the mouth and stout, serrated spines in the dorsal and pectoral fins. As a bottom-dweller it searches rivers and pools for insect larvae, worms and small invertebrates. The fin spines carry a mild venom and can give a painful puncture wound.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Rama catfish?
The Rama catfish has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly brown. Bears venomous spines or tissue; handle with great care.
Where does the Rama catfish live?
The Rama catfish lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Asia: India
How big does the Rama catfish get?
The Rama catfish grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Rama catfish dangerous to humans?
The Rama catfish is venomous — handle spines with care and seek medical help after a sting if needed. For a sting from a fin spine: rinse the wound, remove any visible spine fragments and immerse the part for 30-90 minutes in water as hot as can be tolerated (about 45 C) to break down the venom. The pain can be severe. For marked swelling, a retained spine or signs of infection seek medical care and check tetanus status.
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