How to Identify Callichthyidae
Callichthyidae is a animal family in the Animalia kingdom, order Siluriformes, class . The family contains 2 accepted species worldwide.
Representative Callichthyidae Species
Callichthys callichthys (Linnaeus, 1758)
Callichthys callichthys (Linnaeus, 1758)
Callichthys callichthys is a widely distributed South American armored catfish w…
Hoplosternum littorale (Hancock, 1828)
Hoplosternum littorale (Hancock, 1828)
Hoplosternum littorale is a widely distributed South American armored catfish th…
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you identify Callichthyidae?
Callichthyidae animals belong to the Siluriformes order in the Animalia kingdom. Browse the 2 species gallery above for visual identification references. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
What are the key characteristics of Callichthyidae?
Callichthyidae is classified in the order Siluriformes, class , phylum Chordata. The family contains 2 accepted species worldwide.
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