A Hardhead Catfish (Ariopsis felis) cruises over an eel grass bed, searching for prey, in a central Florida spring. These catfish are known for their

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A Hardhead Catfish (Ariopsis felis) cruises over an eel grass bed, searching for prey, in a central Florida spring. These catfish are known for their sharp and venomous dorsal and pectoral fins.

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Size: 5645px × 3764px
Location: Crystal River, FL, USA
Photo credit: © Phil Lowe / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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