pangasid-catfish (pangasius sanitwongsei) in Pangasius sanitwongsei inhabits large rivers with deep pools and moderate to fast-flowing water, often found in the lower reaches of the Mekong River.
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pangasid-catfish

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pangasius sanitwongseiESA Categories -fish

  • National Parks/ Sanctuaries

    -

  • Common Names

    pangasid-catfish, paroon shark, pla thepa, giant pangasius

  • Regions

    ChinaThailandViet Nam

  • Population

    Approximately 250 mature individuals remaining in the wild.

  • Habitat

    Pangasius sanitwongsei inhabits large rivers with deep pools and moderate to fast-flowing water, often found in the lower reaches of the Mekong River.

  • Weight(in lbs) and Life Span

    600, and 60

Regions

China, Thailand, Viet Nam

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