wetzone butter catfish (ompok argestes) in Giant Ompoks inhabit freshwater rivers and lakes with muddy bottoms and dense vegetation.
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ompok argestesESA Categories -fish

  • National Parks/ Sanctuaries

    -

  • Common Names

    wetzone butter catfish

  • Regions

    BangladeshIndiaMyanmar

  • Population

    The population of the Giant Ompok is estimated to be stable but declining due to habitat loss and human activities.

  • Habitat

    Giant Ompoks inhabit freshwater rivers and lakes with muddy bottoms and dense vegetation.

  • Weight(in lbs) and Life Span

    10, and 8

Regions

Bangladesh, India, Myanmar

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