Tigris catfish
📖 Overview
Tigris catfish (Silurus triostegus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Siluridae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 99 cm. With a trophic level of 4.2, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Tigris catfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Tigris catfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Tigris catfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Subtropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Mesopotamian catfish · Tigris catfish |
| 🇸🇦Arabic | جري بلاد ما بين النهرين · سلور بلاد ما بين النهرين · سلور دجلة |
| 🌍CES | sumec irácký |
| 🌍FAS | Esbele |
| 🇮🇹Italian | siluro mesopotamico |
| 🌍KUR | ماسی نقە |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 3 records indexed .
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