Channel Catfish


Fish Information

Species

Channel Catfish

Scientific Name

Ictalurus punctatus

IUCN Status

Least Concern

Fish Group

Catfishes

Lifestyle

Demersal

Waters

Freshwater

Locations

Cypress Lake, Toledo Bend Reservoir, Great Lakes

Region

North America

A catfish found throughout the United States. Reaches up to 58 pounds, 52 inches.

Found at Cypress Lake, Toledo Bend Reservoir, Great Lakes.