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Explosion of invasive 'janitor fish' sparks mass removal operation in Indonesia's capital
April 25, 2026
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Janitor fish, or suckermouth catfish, known scientifically as Pterygoplichthys and locally as “sapu-sapu,” are not native to Indonesia. Imported decades ago for aquariums because of their ability to consume algae, they were later released and found a home in Jakarta’s heavily polluted rivers. The fish can grow up to 50 centimeters (nearly 20 inches) and live for 10 to 15 years.
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