Sheatfish Collection

European sea sturgeon (Acipenser sturio) and wels catfish (Silurus glanis)
Illustyration engraving of a European sea sturgeon (Acipenser sturio) and wels catfish (Silurus glanis)

Silurus glanis, or Wels Catfish, also known as Sheatfish and Sly Silurus, a freshwater and brackish water fish. Date: 1865

Wels catfish fish engraving 1897
Wels catfish engraving Meyers Konversations-Lexikon. Ein Nachschlagewerk des allgemeinen Wissens, 5th edition 17 volumes Bibliographisches Institut - Leipzig 1895-1897

Picture No. 11051703
Wels Catfish / Sheatfish European freshwaters Date:

Picture No. 11051704
Wels Catfish / Sheatfish European freshwaters Date:

Picture No. 11051702
Wels Catfish / Sheatfish European freshwaters Date:

Wels Catfish (Silurus glanis) introduced species, adult, in tank, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England, October

Glass Catfish, Kryptopterus bicirrhis, transparent fish with visible internal organs, a bifurcated caudal fin, and barbels hanging from its mouth

Glass Catfish (Kryptopterus bicirrhis), side view

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Discover the intriguing world of large, ancient fish. 🐠🇪🇺 European sea sturgeon (Acipenser sturio) and Wels catfish (Silurus glanis), two fascinating species, share a common thread: both are large, armored, and have been around for millions of years. 🕊️ In Picture No. 11051703, a Wels catfish, with its distinctive, humpbacked body and large, gaping mouth, is shown in a 1897 engraving. 🎭 Fast forward to the present day, and in Picture No. 11051702, an adult Wels catfish, an introduced species, is displayed in a tank in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England. 🇬🇧 But wait, there's more. 😱 In a completely different part of the world, the Glass Catfish (Kryptopterus bicirrhis) is a sight to behold. With its transparent body, visible internal organs, and bifurcated caudal fin, this small, tropical fish is a true marvel of nature. 🌴 Check out its side view in Picture No. 11051704. 🌊 So next time you're exploring the depths of the aquatic world, remember these fascinating creatures - the European sea sturgeon, Wels catfish, and Glass Catfish - and be amazed by the incredible diversity of life beneath the waves.