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Iridescent Shark

Pangasianodon hypophthalmus

Endangered Lives in Sri Lanka

Iridescent Shark
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Overview

The iridescent shark or iridescent shark catfish is a species of shark catfish native to the rivers of Southeast Asia. Despite its name, it is not a real shark. It is found in the Mekong basin as well as the Chao Phraya River, and is heavily cultivated for food.

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  1. Wikipedia (EN): Iridescent shark — CC BY-SA 4.0
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