In this video, we explore essential gear for catfishing, including rods, lines, and other tackle essentials. We focus on selecting the right setup for different types of catfish: blue catfish, ...

Flathead catfish, opportunistic predators native to the Mississippi River basin, have the potential to decimate native and recreational fisheries, disrupting ecosystems in rivers where they become ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Flathead catfish (Pylodictis olivaris) may look like they are ...

There are two kinds of catfish in our area. The channel catfish swims in almost every river, stream, pond and lake. The flathead catfish is a much rarer animal, located mostly in rivers, or so I ...

Flathead catfish are rapidly reshaping the Susquehanna River’s ecosystem. Once introduced, these voracious predators climbed to the top of the food chain, forcing native fish like channel catfish and ...

Flatheads grow fast in this river system, attain large body sizes and can eat a variety of prey. Because adult flatheads have few natural predators, they can exert strong control over the ecosystem.