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A type of large freshwater catfish found in Chinese rivers, specifically referring to the Amur catfish (Silurus asotus).

A type of large freshwater catfish found in

Usage highlights

Amur catfishcatfish speciesfreshwater catfishlarge catfishcatfish fishingcatfish meat

Synonyms

  • 鲇鱼— catfish (general term)
  • 鲶鱼— catfish (alternative term)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The fisherman caught a large catfish (鰋鱼).
  • This river is known for its Amur catfish population (鰋鱼种群).
  • The Amur catfish is a bottom-dwelling species (底栖的鰋鱼).

Collocations

  • Amur catfish(鰋鱼)
  • catfish species(鰋类)
  • freshwater catfish(淡水鰋)
  • large catfish(大鰋)
  • catfish fishing(捕鰋)
  • catfish meat(鰋肉)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • The Amur catfish has been part of Chinese freshwater fisheries and cuisine for centuries.
  • Mentioned in classical Chinese texts describing river fauna and fishing practices.
  • Considered a substantial food fish in regions where it is native.

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