Colombian Shark

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Colombian Shark
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Actinopterygii
Order: Siluriformes
Family: Ariidae
Genus: Sciades
Species: S. seemanni
Binomial name
Sciades seemanni
Synonyms

Hexanematichthys seemanni
Arius seemani

The colombian shark is a type of catfish that is kept as a pet. They are popular with breeders who admire them for their powerful look but friendly personality. If treated properly they can quickly grow to their max size between 40-50 cm.