Author: (Bleeker, 1854)
FBname: Black lancer catfish
Comments: Occurs in large muddy rivers.  Feeds on crustaceans, other small benthic animals and on detritus of higher plants which are much more slowly digested and remains in the gut for longer periods of time.  Spawns at the beginning of the rainy season and utilizes the flooded riparian forests.  Juveniles begin to appear in August.  Marketed fresh (Ref. 12693).