Shoulderspot catfish
📖 Overview
Confined to lakes and rivers of moderate size; forest species which is often found in small forest waters; mainly carnivorous . Oviparous, eggs are unguarded .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 1. Diagnosis: adipose fin always absent; head rounded; lower jaw shorter than upper jaw; nasal barbel at least reaching to anterior border of opercle; inner side of pectoral spine feebly serrated; particular coloration characterized by irregularly marbled pattern; caudal and anal fin almost continuous .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Shoulderspot catfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Shoulderspot catfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Distinct pairing .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal; pH range: 6.0 - 7.5; dH range: ? - 20. Tropical; 24°C - 26°C
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Shoulderspot Catfish |
| 🌍CES | sumčík mramorovaný |
| 🇩🇪German | Marmorierter Glaswels |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schilbe congolensis | Steindachner | 1912 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 159 records indexed .
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