Ancharius (fish) explained
Ancharius, the Vaonas, is a small genus of catfishes (order Siluriformes) of the family Anchariidae.
Ancharius has been variably placed in Mochokidae, Ariidae, and Anchariidae.[1] They are endemic to Madagascar.
Species
This genus currently contain two described species:
References
- Revision of the endemic Malagasy catfish family Anchariidae (Teleostei: Siluriformes), with descriptions of a new genus and three new species. Heok Hee. Ng. Sparks, John S.. 2005. Ichthyol. Explor. Freshwaters. 16. 4. 303–323.