Where Does Indian long-whiskered catfish Live?

Indian long-whiskered catfish lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Indian long-whiskered catfish

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Typically found in deeper sections of rivers, large canals, and reservoirs, but can move into shallower areas for feeding or spawning.

Environment

Large rivers, reservoirs, and lakes with clear to turbid waters. Prefers areas with moderate to strong currents, often associated with rocky or sandy bottoms and submerged structures (logs, rocks) for cover. Tolerant of a range of water conditions.

Geographic range

Native to the Indian subcontinent, including major river systems of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Nepal. Found in the Indus, Ganges, Brahmaputra, Mahanadi, Godavari, Krishna, and Cauvery river basins.

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