Description
This specimen of the head of a European catfsh, consisting of real bones, shows the broad, strong and downturned mouth on a flattened head with barbels that is typical of catfshes. It is studded with many small teeth, which are located at the outer edge of the mouth
European Catfsh (Silurus glanis)
Taxonomy:
Class: Ray-fnned fshes
Order: Catfshes
Family: Silurids
Diet: Mainly fsh-eater
Size: Up to 300 cm
Weight: Up to 60 kg
Age: Approx. 20 – 80 years
