Rock-catfish
📖 Overview
Occurs in rocky habitats in flowing water, favoring rapids. Feeds on invertebrates, especially insects, taken from rock surfaces; larger specimens also take small fish. Rarely caught by anglers .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Rock-catfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Rock-catfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Rock-catfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Rock-catfish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Subtropical; 25°S - 31°S South Africa.
🌿 Ecology
invertebrates, especially insects, taken from rock surfaces; larger specimens also take small fish
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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