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
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Flathead catfish
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Flathead catfish
West Puerto De Luna Ditch
30 in · 11 lb
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40 in · 31 lb
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30 in · 14 lb
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