Fishing for Flathead catfish
Pylodictis olivaris
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The flathead catfish is a large, predatory freshwater fish known for its broad, flat head and smooth, scaleless skin. It primarily inhabits slow-moving rivers and lakes. Typically, it measures 24-46 inches and weighs 20-60 pounds. Its diet consists mainly of fish and invertebrates. Solitary and nocturnal, it is an ambush predator, often hiding in submerged structures. This summary is AI generated
CaptBubbaBedre, Fishbrain Pro angler since 2013
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Water type
Freshwater
IUCN Status
Least concern
Threat to humans
Harmless
Source: Fishbase
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