Pangasiidae
From Microcosm Aquarium Explorer
Pangasianodon hypophthalmus, Iridescent Shark. Aaron Norman
[edit] 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 |
Reference: 101 Best Tropical Fishes
Facts about PangasiidaeRDF feed
| Biogroup-Organism | Freshwater Fishes + |
| Common name | Shark Catfishes + |
| Family taxonomic rank | Family + |
| Native range | Asia +, Pakistan +, and Borneo + |
| Reference | 101 Best Tropical Fishes + |