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Definition of spotted raphael catfish

spotted raphael catfish

Plural:spotted Raphael catfish
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spotted raphael catfish Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A nocturnal species of thorny catfish belonging to the family Doradidae, native to the Amazon River basin in South America, distinguished by a dark armored body covered in pale spots and the ability to produce croaking or squeaking sounds.

Example

"The spotted Raphael catfish is a popular choice among aquarists because of its peaceful temperament and fascinating armored appearance."

• Nearby Words

spotted leaf-nosed snake
spotted puffer
spotted python
spotted raphael catfish
spotted sandpiper
spotted scat
spotted silver dollar

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