Pintado Catfish — printable fact sheet
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Pintado Catfish
Pseudoplatystoma corruscans
The Pintado Catfish, also known as the spotted sorubim, is a large, predatory freshwater fish native to South America. Its distinctively elongated body is adorned with dark, jagged spots and stripes, making it easily recognizable in its native rivers. This nocturnal hunter prima…
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- Pintado Catfish undertake seasonal migrations during the rainy season, traveling long distances to spawn in flooded areas.
- Pintado Catfish can grow over 1.5 meters long, making them one of the largest catfish in South America. Their unique spotted pattern provides excellent camouflage among submerged roots and branches. These catfish have long, sensitive barbels that help them locate prey even in complete darkness.
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