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Common Mountain Catfish

Amphilius uranoscopus (Pfeffer 1889)

Trophic Strategy

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Prefers clear, flowing water in rocky habitats. Frequency of occurence in Caprivi: occasionally on rocky streams (Ref. 037065). Feeds on stream insects and other small organisms off rock surfaces.
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Biology

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Prefers clear, flowing water in rocky habitats. Feeds on stream insects and other small organisms off rock surfaces. Breeds in summer. Juveniles are easily mistaken for tadpoles. Preyed upon by trout and probably eels (Ref. 7248).
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Importance

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fisheries: of potential interest; aquarium: potential
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