Specimen Information

Pterygoplichthys sp.
Pterygoplichthys sp.
(sailfin armored catfish)
Fishes
Exotic
Collection Info
Point Map
Species Profile
Animated Map
Impacts

Specimen ID1897701
GroupFishes
GenusPterygoplichthys
Speciessp.
Common Namesailfin armored catfish
StateFL
CountyHillsborough
LocalityAlafia River, at Lithia Springs Conservation Park campground
Mapping AccuracyAccurate
HUC8 NameAlafia
HUC8 Number03100204
HUC10 NameAlafia River
HUC10 Number0310020403
HUC12 NameLittle Fishhawk Creek
HUC12 Number031002040304
Map
Collection Day21
Collection Month2
Collection Year2026
Year AccuracyActual
Record TypeNAS sighting report
VerifierM. Neilson (U.S. Geological Survey)
Number Collected1
Photo
Sailfin Armored Catfish lying on leaf-covered riverbank
Sailfin Armored Catfish lying on leaf-covered riverbank

Disclaimer:

The data represented on this site vary in accuracy, scale, completeness, extent of coverage and origin. It is the user's responsibility to use these data consistent with their intended purpose and within stated limitations. We highly recommend reviewing metadata files prior to interpreting these data.

Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2026]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [4/18/2026].

Contact us if you are using data from this site for a publication to make sure the data are being used appropriately and for potential co-authorship if warranted.

For general information and questions about the database, contact Wesley Daniel. For problems and technical issues, contact Matthew Neilson.