Kingdom Animalia Order Siluriformes Genus Galeichthys Higher classification Galeichthys | Phylum Chordata Family Ariidae Scientific name Galeichthys peruvianus Rank Species | |
Similar Galeichthys, Catfish, Ariidae, Cathorops multiradiatus, Galeichthys feliceps | ||
Galeichthys peruvianus is a species of sea catfish that is found in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Peru. They reach a length of 35 cm. They are a component of commercial fisheries for human consumption. As with many species in this family, the dorsal fin spines are venomous and any wounds inflicted by them warrant prompt treatment.
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