Sturisomatichthys aureum, also known by several common names, including whiptail (English), Gylden Størmalle (Danish), Helikoptermal (Swedish), and Stoerwels (German), is a species of armored catfish endemic to Colombia. It grows to a length of in standard length. The species can be found in the aquarium trade. Its specific name, aureus, refers to its coloration, which can appear golden. Distribution Sturisomatichthys aureum occurs in the Magdalena, San Jorge and Cesar River basins, along with their tributaries. It is believed to be replaced downstream by another Sturisoma species. References Harttiini Endemic fauna of Colombia Freshwater fish of Colombia Fish of the Andes Magdalena River Taxa named by Franz Steindachner Fish described in 1900