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The Whiptail catfish (Dasyloricaria filamentosa) is a freshwater fish of the family Loricariidae that grows up to 32 cm.
Description
The whiptail catfish is an armoured catfish (Loricariidae) from fresh water of the Magdalena and Sinu basins in Colombia. The species grows to about 32 cm and has a very slender, bony-plated, yellow-brown body, a broad sucker mouth and a strongly elongate, thread-like tail stalk. As a bottom-dweller it lives on sand and mud bottoms of rivers and rasps algae and growth. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Whiptail catfish?
The Whiptail catfish has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Whiptail catfish live?
The Whiptail catfish lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. South America: Colombia
How big does the Whiptail catfish get?
The Whiptail catfish grows to a maximum of about 32 cm.
Is the Whiptail catfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Whiptail 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.
Is the Whiptail catfish edible?
Yes, the Whiptail catfish is commonly eaten.
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