How long can Armored Catfish Live on Land

Armored catfish

Armored catfish is a prehistoric-looking fish with a flattened belly and large, sail-like dorsal fin. It has a disc-shaped sucker mouth which points down. This animal also has bony plates running the length of its back. They grows up to 20 inches and can weigh 3 pounds. Armored catfish has skin with a marbled pattern.

Armored catfish Habitats

This animal is the native to South America. Moreover, they are introduced to Florida as aquarium releases and escapes. This catfish is found in slow rivers and streams, springs, ponds and lakes. They are mostly prefers shoreline and river bank habitats.

Favorite Foods

This catfish uses sucker mouth to eat detritus (organic material pieces) . They also eat algae, bivalves and water fleas.

They are also known as the Orinoco sailfin catfish. They have two other similar invasive species found in Florida waters. Females lay up to 2,000 eggs at one time. Males dig burrows in banks and shorelines to attract females.