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Whale Catfish, tropical freshwaters, South America. This species is a shoaling, aggressive carnivore, biting other fish. It also parasitises catfish gills and river dolphins, entering their various orifices
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Whale Catfish, tropical freshwaters, South America. This species is a shoaling, aggressive carnivore, biting other fish. It also parasitises catfish gills and river dolphins, entering their various orifices
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Whale Catfish
tropical freshwaters, South America
Cetopsis coecutiens
This species is a shoaling, aggressive carnivore, biting other fish. It also parasitises catfish gills and river dolphins, entering their various orifices. It is not the same as the Candiru catfish that is supposed to do that to humans.
parasite / aquarium fish
Pat Morris
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Underwater Drama Unleashed - The Mischievous Whale Catfish Strikes Again!
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. In this print by P. Morris, we witness the thrilling antics of the notorious Whale Catfish from South America. With its fierce reputation as a shoaling carnivore, this underwater troublemaker doesn't hold back when it comes to asserting dominance. But wait, there's more! This audacious feline fish takes its predatory skills to another level by parasitizing catfish gills and even river dolphins through their various orifices. Talk about being an opportunistic daredevil! However, before you start worrying about your own safety, rest assured that this particular species is not the infamous Candiru catfish known for invading human bodies. Phew! As we gaze at this solitary creature amidst the seabed, it's hard not to be fascinated by its vibrant colors and sleek physique. Its presence reminds us of nature's incredible diversity found in tropical freshwaters across South America. So dive into this mesmerizing snapshot where wildlife meets aquarium intrigue! Let your imagination swim alongside this aggressive yet mesmerizing whale catfish as it navigates through freshwater realms with unparalleled ferocity. Remember though, while admiring these extraordinary creatures is exhilarating, let's leave their parasitic tendencies behind and appreciate them from a safe distance – just like P. Morris did while capturing this remarkable moment in time!
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