Shovelnose catfish
Sorubim lima
Where at Shedd?
Amazon Rising
| Diet | Fishes and crustaceans |
|---|---|
| Size | Length: Up to 31.5 inches (80 cm) |
| Type | Fishes |
| Range | Catatumbo River Basin |
| Habitat | Freshwaters of Amazon, Orinoco, Paraná and Parnaíba River basins |
Did you know?
- This fish’s name comes from its flattened snout. Its mouth is on the underside, so it can pick up food from the river bottom.
- This fish hides during the day and searches for food at night.
- Fishes in this family are called long-whiskered catfishes. Can you see their whiskers?