schilbeid catfish
Also known as: Schilbeidae
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The Schilbeidae family, commonly known as schilbeid catfishes, are a group of freshwater fish belonging to the order Siluriformes. These catfishes are characterized by the presence of an adipose fin, which is usually present, and a spine in the dorsal fin. They are found in Asia and Africa and include species that are valued as food fishes. Some schilbeid catfishes can grow quite large, reaching lengths of up to 2.3 meters (about 8 feet) and weighing up to 110 kg (240 pounds).1
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