Fishing for Brown bullhead

Ameiurus nebulosus

The Brown bullhead is a freshwater fish characterized by its mottled brown body and whisker-like barbels. It inhabits slow-moving waters with muddy bottoms. This species typically grows to 8-14 inches and weighs 1-2 pounds. Omnivorous, it feeds on insects, plants, and small fish. Brown bullheads are nocturnal and often exhibit schooling behavior. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Potential pest

Source: Fishbase

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