Slobberer
Slobberer
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.