In a river of northeastern Brazil, an “armored” creature with “large” eyes paused to rest against a rock. The maze-like ...

Armored catfish are driving manatees out of their warm-water refuges, putting their health at risk. Here’s why it’s happening ...

Deep below the surface of a river in northern Brazil, a “shy” creature tucked its “armored” body into a rocky crevice. Divers ...

Looking at the fish in a laboratory, researchers quickly realized they’d discovered a new species: Hypancistrus seideli, or Seidel’s armored catfish. Several Hypancistrus seideli, or Seidel ...

The armored catfish, or Mexican devil fish has invaded North American waterways and this hardy invasive species is wreaking havoc on local ecosystems and economies. However, a glimmer of hope emerges ...

These fish had never been scientifically classified ... Hypancistrus yudja, or the Yudjá armored catfish. Yudjá armored catfish are considered “small,” reaching up to 2.5 inches in length ...