Pangas Catfish and Similar Species
Pangasius pangasius
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Iridescent Shark
Pangasianodon hypophthalmus
Key differences: Pangasianodon hypophthalmus (often sold as 'Pangasius' in markets) has a more compressed body, typically darker coloration, and often two distinct dark stripes along the lateral line in juveniles. Adults of P. hypophthalmus have much shorter maxillary barbels that do not extend beyond the eye, and a more pointed snout. P. pangasius has longer barbels and a broader head.
Sutchi Catfish
Pangasianodon sutchi
Key differences: Historically, P. hypophthalmus was often misidentified as P. sutchi. The key differentiating features are largely the same as with P. hypophthalmus, primarily the barbels length and head shape. P. pangasius is generally more robust and has longer barbels.
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