Jewel sea catfish [Galeichthys ater]
Description
The jewel sea catfish is a species of sea catfish that can be found in the western Indian Ocean. It inhabits the estuaries and mangroves of freshwater and brackish environments. The species is known for its dark coloration, streamlined body, and long barbels.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Scorpionfishes and Flatheads
Scorpaeniformes
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| Family |
Dragonets
Callionymidae
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| Genus |
Galeichthys
Galeichthys
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