Family: |
Schilbeidae (Schilbid catfishes) |
Max. size: |
38.2 cm TL (male/unsexed); max.weight: 1,350.0 g |
Environment: |
pelagic; freshwater; brackish, potamodromous |
Distribution: |
Asia: Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Myanmar and Thailand. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Found in rivers, canals and tidal waters. Feed on small fish and insects. Oviparous, eggs are unguarded (Ref. 205). An excellent food fish. |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 13 October 2009 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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