Fishing for Slender madtom

Noturus exilis

The slender madtom is a small, nocturnal catfish found in clear, rocky streams in the central United States. It typically reaches 3-4 inches in length and weighs up to 0.1 pounds. With an elongated body and smooth skin, it feeds on insects and small invertebrates. The slender madtom is known for its secretive behavior, often hiding under rocks. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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