Magdalena Banjo Catfish

Xyliphius magdalenae

Eight Centimeters Catfish of Colombian Waters

Tropical
Southern Hemisphere
Regional distribution
Freshwater fish
South America
Small
Tropical fish

Xyliphius magdalenae is a species of banjo catfish endemic to Colombia where it is found in the Magdalena River basin. It grows to a standard length of 8.0 cm (3.1 in).

Class: Teleosts
Order: Catfishes
Family: Aspredinidae
Genus: Xyliphius
Maximum length: 8 cm
Water: Freshwater
Distribution: South America: Magdalena River basin.
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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