Fishing for Frecklebelly madtom

Noturus munitus

The frecklebelly madtom is a small, slender catfish native to clear, moderate- to fast-flowing rivers and streams in the southeastern United States. It typically reaches around 3 inches in length and weighs less than 0.02 pounds. The species is nocturnal, secretes mild venom from its spines, and hides among rocks and debris during the day. This summary was AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Vulnerable

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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