Science news articles about 'venomous catfish'

... and toxicological techniques to elucidate the diversity and distribution of venomous catfish. I found that at least 1250, and possibly ... than any previous estimate of venomous catfish diversity" Catfish venom glands are found in association with sharp ...

About half of all known catfish species—many more than expected—bear spines that, when agitated, can rip open venom glands and stymie predators, a new study says.