Redtail Catfish
Phractocephalus hemioliopterus · Pimelodidae
Epic catalog entry
Identification keys
Use these visible cues as a starting point, then check local rules and review the live result before keeping a fish.
- Orange-red tail
- White belly
- Long barbels
Habitat notes
Amazon rivers · Tropical lakes
Active season: Year-round (tropics)
Common approach: Cut bait
Look-alike check
When a result is uncertain, start with these catalog neighbors. They share family, genus, or habitat signals; this list is a comparison aid, not a substitute for local identification expertise.
- Arapaima (Arapaima gigas)
- Alligator Gar (Atractosteus spatula)
- American Eel (Anguilla rostrata)
Conservation reminder
Large colorful catfish; handle big fish in water.
Seasons, size limits, and keep rules vary by water. Verify the current local regulations before keeping a catch; release it carefully when unsure.
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