Ameiuridae

The Ameiurus genus includes three primary species common in the United States and introduced elsewhere:

They are opportunistic, benthic (bottom-dwelling) omnivores, feeding on aquatic insects, mollusks, crayfish, small fish, and plant material. ameiuridae

Identified by mottled brown coloring and serrated pectoral spines, they are popular in research due to their social, schooling behavior. The Ameiurus genus includes three primary species common