Pangasiidae
From Microcosm Aquarium Explorer
Pangasianodon hypophthalmus, Iridescent Shark. Aaron Norman
Overview
Known as the Shark Catfishes, these Asian fishes have streamlined shapes and grow to sharklike proportions: up to 3 meters (almost 10 ft.) in length and 300 kg . (660 lbs.) in weight.
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Taxonomic rank: Family
Common name: Shark Catfishes
| Total known | Total profiles | |
|---|---|---|
| Subfamilies | 0 | 0 |
| Genera | 2 | 1 |
| Species | 21 | 1 |