07. Magura

 

Common Name:   Sri Lanka walking catfish 

Scientific Name:   Clarias brachysona

Animal Family:   Clariidea

Size:    Grows up to 50cm. Body color varies from dark brown to light brown. There are 3 pairs of barbels around the mouth. Black dots are scattered all over the body and an anal fin and a dorsal fin can be seen continuously growing to the caudal fin. Sticky yellow eggs are laid on a nest made of aquatic plants. Eggs are guarded by male fish . Currently under threat.

Habitat:   It is not found in the mountains and northern areas, but can be found in the Lowland of the Toka region, and in swamps where fresh water gathers around lagoon.

Food:   Carnivorous. Eat fish, Crab,and frogs.