Catfish are fish in the order Siluriformes named for there whisker like sensor barbels. Catfish all have different sizes and behavior, and can range from sizes of 9 centimeters to 2 meters. Some species of catfish are parasitic, like the candiru. Some species have armored plates and some just have soft skin. Despite its name some catfish don`t have whiskers. Catfish are identified by their skull and swimbladder.
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