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
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Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
According to catch data from over 15 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the top baits used to catch Flathead catfish.