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Definition of squeaker catfish

squeaker catfish

Plural:squeaker catfishes
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1

Any of various freshwater catfishes of the family Mochokidae (especially those of the genus Synodontis), native to African rivers and lakes, noted for producing a characteristic squeaking or grunting sound when disturbed.

Example

"The aquarist carefully netted the squeaker catfish, immediately hearing the faint croaking sound it made in defense."

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• Nearby Words

squaretail
squash
squawfish
squeaker catfish
squeegee
squeezebox
squid

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Squeaker catfish. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/squeaker%20catfish
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