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Slobberer

Slobberer

Moqueca Assado Frito Cozido

Carne branca Carne firme Sem espinha

Baixo risco Extrativista

Esse peixe é uma boa pedida

The name of this fish reveals a very peculiar characteristic of this species: the mucus it secretes on its skin when captured. It is most commonly found in the Amazon region. With white, boneless flesh, it pairs very well when cooked with vegetables.
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General information

General features

A species of sporadic fishing and of little importance in commercial fisheries.

Location and habitat

Generics: Amazon

Scientific and other names

Brachyplatystoma platynema; babão catfish, slimy and phlegmy.