The white bullhead is a freshwater fish characterized by its stout body, smooth skin, and whisker-like white barbels. It typically inhabits slow-moving waters and prefers muddy or sandy bottoms. This species grows up to 14 inches and weighs around 2 pounds. It is an opportunistic feeder, consuming insects, crustaceans, and small fish, and is primarily nocturnal. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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White bullhead
12 in · 1 lb
White bullhead
length · weight
White bullhead
5 in · 2 oz


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