Ripsaw catfish
Oxydoras niger
Where at Shedd?
Amazon Rising
| Diet | Crustaceans and other aquatic invertebrates, plant material |
|---|---|
| Size | Length: Up to 4 feet (1.2 m) |
| Type | Fishes |
| Range | South America |
| Habitat | Muddy streams and lakes in the Amazon, São Francisco and Essequibo River basins across much of South America |
Did you know?
- This fish uses its vacuum-like mouth to suck in food as it swims along the streambed.