Pangasius
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Pangasius
Pangasius
Pangasius are large fish with long bodies and whiskers. They are often found in rivers and are popular in cooking.
Appearance
The Pangasius has a sleek, shark-like body with a silvery-grey back and a lighter belly. It features a small head and two pairs of prominent barbels (whiskers) around its mouth, distinguishing it from many other freshwater fish.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassActinopterygiiOrderSiluriformesFamilyPangasiidaeGenusPangasius
Category
FishRarity
Common
Danger
2/5 · Low
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Interesting facts
Pangasius means 'fish that resembles a shark' in Thai!
Some Pangasius travel hundreds of miles upriver to lay their eggs!
These amazing fish can breathe air for short periods, especially in low-oxygen water!
Young Pangasius often swim in huge schools, creating a shimmering silver spectacle!
Special abilities
Ability
Mouth Whispers
Pangasius has long sensory barbels that help them taste and feel for food in dark or murky water.
Ability
Oxygen Guardian
Pangasius can tolerate low oxygen levels in the water, helping them survive in challenging river environments.
Ability
Rapid Responder
Pangasius can grow very quickly, helping them reach a larger size faster and avoid many predators.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 20-130 cm
- Weight
- 0.5-44 kg
- Lifespan
- 10-20 years
- Swim Speed
- 15 km/h
- Maximum Depth
- 20 m
- Water Type
- Freshwater
Diet & Feeding
Pangasius are omnivores, eating everything from plants and insects to smaller fish and detritus.
Primary Foods
- small fish
- crustaceans
- aquatic plants
- insects
- detritus
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
eaten by
Siamese Crocodile
Crocodylus siamensis
Adult crocodiles hunt large fish in their river habitats.
eats
Three-lined Rasbora
Rasbora trilineata
Pangasius eat smaller fish species found in their environment.
eats
Water Hyacinth
Eichhornia crassipes
Pangasius consume various aquatic plants and plant matter.
Traits
Wildlife
Wildlife encompasses all undomesticated animal and plant life existing in their natural habitats.
Whiskered
Possessing prominent sensory hairs or vibrissae, often around the snout.
Omnivorous
This trait identifies organisms whose diet includes both plant and animal matter.
Freshwater
Freshwater habitats include non-saline aquatic environments such as rivers, lakes, ponds, and wetlands, vital for numerous species.
Aquatic
Aquatic habitats encompass environments where organisms live predominantly in water, including oceans, rivers, lakes, and wetlands.
Nocturnal
Nocturnal animals are primarily active during the nighttime hours, typically resting or sleeping during the day.
Also known as
Iridescent SharkPangasius CatfishThai Catfish
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Safety
Danger
2/5 · Low
Watch quietly from a distance and never try to feed or chase wild animals.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Pangasius?
20-130 cm
How much does Pangasius weigh?
0.5-44 kg
How long does Pangasius live?
10-20 years
What does Pangasius eat?
Pangasius are omnivores, eating everything from plants and insects to smaller fish and detritus.
How fast can Pangasius swim?
15 km/h
How does Pangasius hunt?
Foraging
How deep can Pangasius go?
20 m
What kind of water does Pangasius live in?
Freshwater
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