Wallago Maculatus
📖 Overview
Wallago Maculatus (Wallago maculatus) 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 100 cm. With a trophic level of 4.4, it is an apex predator. Commercially fished and consumed as food.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 1; Dorsal soft rays (total): 4; Anal soft rays: 60 - 66. : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Wallago Maculatus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical known only from Sabah, northern Borneo, Malaysia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Wallago Maculatus is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Wallago Maculatus has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔬 Full Nutritional Profile
Per 100g - Raw, per 100g - Source: USDA FoodData Central templates (generic fish average)
🔍 Similar Species
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