Author: (Rafinesque, 1818)
FBname: Channel catfish
Comments: Inhabits lakes and deep pools and runs over sand or rocks in small to large rivers (Ref. 86798).   Adults occur in  rivers and streams and prefer clean, well oxygenated water (Ref. 9988), but also in ponds and reservoirs (Ref. 10294, 44091).   Recorded as having been or being farmed in rice fields (Ref. 119549). Feeds primarily on small fish, crustaceans (e.g. crayfish), clams and snails; also on aquatic insects and small mammals (Ref. 9669, 10294, 44091).  Marketed fresh, smoked and frozen; eaten steamed, fried, broiled, boiled, microwaved and baked (Ref. 9988).  Albino form common in the aquarium trade (Ref. 13371).