Author: (Bleeker, 1846)
Comments: Lives in lowland rivers and streams including peats (Ref. 57235).  Occurs in medium to large-sized rivers (Ref. 12975).  Found in slowly moving waters and lakes.  Feeds on fishes, prawns, and crustaceans.  Moves into seasonally flooded habitats during periods of high water and can usually be found around submerged woody vegetation.  Marketed fresh (Ref. 12693).