Rock-catfish
# Rock-catfish

The rock-catfish, Austroglanis sclateri, is a species of catfish in the family Austroglanididae. This freshwater fish is endemic to the Vaal River in South Africa. It is also found in Lesotho and Namibia.

## Distribution

Africa:Endemic to the Orange-Vaal system, South Africa. Also found in Lesotho and Namibia.

## Size

Length: 300mm Weight: +-1KG

## Behavior

Occurs in rocky habitats in flowing water, favoring rapids. Feeds on invertebrates, especially insects, taken from rock surfaces; larger specimens also take small fish. Rarely caught by anglers

