Fishing for Black madtom

Noturus funebris

The black madtom is a small catfish species with a dark, mottled body and long whisker-like barbels. It inhabits clear, slow-moving streams with rocky or gravelly substrates in the southeastern United States. Typically, it grows to about 3-4 inches and weighs just a few ounces. Nocturnal by nature, it seeks shelter during the day and is more active at night. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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FAQ about Black madtom fishing

🎣 What bait works best for Black madtom?

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📍 Where do Black madtom live?

Black madtom often hold near rocky or gravelly substrates, where they shelter by day and become active at night.

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