Tiger Shovelnose Catfish (Pseudoplatystoma fasciatum)

Also known as Barred Shovelnose, Barred Sorubim, Shovel-nosed Tiger Catfish, Tiger Catfish

Description

Also known as Barred Shovelnose, Barred Sorubim, Shovel-nosed Tiger Catfish, Tiger Catfish.

Found resting during the day, in shaded areas of freshwater flooded forests, riverbeds and streams, dispersing at night hunting for food.
They feed on crustaceans and fish.
Length - 100cm
Depth - 5-?m
South America - Amazon

These fish also omit a squeaking sound, hence the name. Ref: http://www.fishbase.se/summary/6410

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