G?nther's catfish (Horabagrus brachysoma)

Scientific name: Horabagrus brachysoma G?nther, 1864

The G?nther's catfish (Horabagrus brachysoma) is a freshwater fish of the family Bagridae. In the aquarium it needs water at 23–25°C (73–77°F). Native range: Asia, Kerala, India.

G?nther's catfish care at a glance

Temperature: 23–25°C (73–77°F)

Biology

Found in backwaters. Marketed live. Contributes to a local fishery during rainy season (October to February).

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Species facts

Scientific name: Horabagrus brachysoma
Family: Bagridae (Bagrid catfishes)
Order: Siluriformes (Catfish)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 45.0
Environment: Freshwater; brackish; demersal; amphidromous
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Asia: Kerala, India.
Conservation status (IUCN): Not Evaluated
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Fisheries: commercial; aquarium: commercial
Resilience: Medium, minimum population doubling time 1.4 - 4.4 years (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)