Mastacembelus armatus (Giant spine)

Mastacembelus Armatus fish is a freshwater fish that belongs to the mastacembelidae family. He is also known as the araigny fish, due to his long thorny legs which give him an appearance similar to that of a spider. The mastacembus Armatus is from Africa, where he lives in rivers, lakes and ponds. It is a lonely fish that feeds mainly on small crustaceans and insects.

The mastacembus armatus has a very special appearance. His head is lying down and he has large round eyes that allow him to see in all directions. His mouth is also elongated and equipped with sharp teeth, which allows him to easily capture his prey. Its fins are long and fine, which gives it great agility in water.

The body of the mastacembus armatus is covered with solid scales which protect it from predators. Its color generally varies from dark brown to black, with lighter spots on the belly. The lower parts of his body are covered with thorny spicy, which gives it a formidable appearance.

The mastacembelus Armatus is a fish that can reach a length of 60 centimeters, although most individuals measure approximately 30 centimeters. It can live up to 10 years in captivity, although its lifespan is generally shorter in nature due to predation.

The mastacembus Armatus is a fascinating fish to observe, due to its unique appearance and its great agility in water. However, it is important to note that it is difficult to maintain in captivity because of its specific food and housing needs. It is therefore recommended to leave it in its natural environment, where it can live safely and prosper.

The females are generally rounder than the males.