Fin's Fish Guide
The Slender whale catfish (Denticetopsis macilenta) is a freshwater fish of the family Cetopsidae that grows up to 7 cm.
Description
The slender whale catfish is a whale catfish (Cetopsidae) from large rivers of the Amazon basin in South America. The species grows to about 8 cm and has a slender, scaleless, smooth, greyish body with a blunt head, small eyes and short barbels. As a nocturnal bottom-dweller it roots through sand and leaf litter and snaps at small invertebrates and detritus. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Slender whale catfish?
The Slender whale catfish has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Slender whale catfish live?
The Slender whale catfish lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. South America: Guyana
How big does the Slender whale catfish get?
The Slender whale catfish grows to a maximum of about 7 cm.
Is the Slender whale catfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Slender whale catfish is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Denticetopsis
More from the family Cetopsidae
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