African Sharptooth Catfish, Vundu Catfish and Similar Species
Heterobranchus longifilis
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Open the appSeveral fish can be confused with African Sharptooth Catfish, Vundu Catfish. Here are the key differences.
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African Sharptooth Catfish
Clarias gariepinus
Key differences: Clarias gariepinus lacks an adipose fin, whereas Heterobranchus longifilis possesses a small but distinct adipose fin. The maxillary barbels of H. longifilis are generally much longer than those of C. gariepinus.
Heterobranchus bidorsalis
Heterobranchus bidorsalis
Key differences: H. bidorsalis typically has a shorter dorsal fin and a more robust body compared to H. longifilis. The adipose fin in H. bidorsalis is also generally larger and more prominent than in H. longifilis.
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