Lacandon Sea Catfish

Potamarius nelsoni

Also known as: No other name

ALSO KNOWN AS

LCLeast ConcernIUCN Red List, 2019

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Overview

Found in freshwater, over the Usumacinta River Basin in Mexico.
Length 39cm
Central America - Usumacinta River Basin, Mexico

Catfish have venomous spines in the fins which can inflict painful wounds.
Repeated stings from these catfish may result in death.

COLOURS

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LIVES IN

Found in freshwater, over the Usumacinta River Basin in Mexico.

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