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Bagridae

African bullhead

Lophiobagrus cyclurus

Skin secretes irritating toxic mucus

Tropical
Regional distribution
Freshwater fish
Africa
Elongated
Small
Tropical fish

African bullhead is a freshwater fish from Africa. It inhabits freshwater habitats. The species reaches a recorded maximum of 8 cm.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Catfishes
Family: Bagridae
Genus: Lophiobagrus
Maximum length: 8 cm
Water: Freshwater
Body shape: elongated
Distribution: Africa: Lake Tanganyika.
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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