Leopard catfish
Hoplisoma julii
Where at Shedd?
Amazon Rising
| Diet | Worms, crustaceans, insects and plant matter |
|---|---|
| Size | Length: Up to 2 inches (5.2 cm) |
| Type | Fishes |
| Range | Lower Amazon River Basin and coastal rivers of Northeastern Brazil |
| Habitat | Freshwaters of the Amazon River and coastal rivers in northeastern Brazil |
Did you know?
- Armored catfish are air-breathing fish. They rise to the surface and swallow air. It provides them with oxygen and helps maintain buoyancy.