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North African catfish
Clarias gariepinus
Family
Clariidae
Max Length
170.00000500000002 cm
Max Weight
60 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
freshwater
Fishing Spots
254
Overview
Clarias gariepinus or African sharptooth catfish is a species of catfish of the family Clariidae, the airbreathing catfishes.
Where to Find North African catfish
Mpumalanga, South Africa31 spotsGauteng, South Africa21 spotsFree State, South Africa19 spotsKwaZulu-Natal, South Africa17 spotsNorth West, South Africa17 spotsWestern Cape, South Africa14 spotsSão Paulo, Brazil14 spotsLimpopo, South Africa13 spotsEastern Cape, South Africa13 spotsNorthern Cape, South Africa11 spots
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I catch North African catfish?+
North African catfish can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Mpumalanga, South Africa; Gauteng, South Africa; Free State, South Africa. WikiCatch lists 254 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do North African catfish get?+
North African catfish (Clarias gariepinus) can reach up to 170.00000500000002 cm in length and 60 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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