Author: (Rafinesque, 1820)
FBname: Black bullhead
Comments: Inhabits pools, backwaters, and sluggish current over soft substrates in creeks and small to large rivers; impoundments, oxbows, and ponds.  Nocturnal feeder, young consume immature insects, leeches, and crustaceans while adults also feed on clams, snails, plant material, and fishes (Ref. 1998, 9669, 10294).  Edible (Ref. 1998).  Are susceptible of being caught, where they are abundant, with baited lines intended for other species.  Is considered a nuisance (Ref. 30578). Often misidentified as <i>A. nebulosus</i> (Ref. 59043). 