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Channel Catfish - Fishes of Oklahoma Exhibit
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Oklahoma Aquarium in Jenks, Oklahoma south of Tulsa |
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Scientific name: Ictalurus punctatus (catfish and spotted)
This commonly fished bottom feeder grows to 10 to 20 inches in length and weigh from 2 to 15 pounds. The state record is over a yard long at more than 35 pounds. It was caught in Taft Lake on September 11, 2005 by Gary Doak, Jr.
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Channel Catfish are a favorite among many Oklahoma anglers. The Channel Catfish ranks #3 in the Oklahoma Angler survey. They feed by taste so prepared stink baits, cut shad, or night crawlers are an excellent choice for bait.
In clear water, Channel Cats can see their food, but in murky water they use other senses. Channel Cats have taste buds all over their bodies, including their whiskers or barbels. When in murky water, they use these barbels to find their food by tasting the water. The barbels are also used to touch and feel. Tulsa, Oklahoma Museums David Bailey Animal Oklahoma Aquarium, Jenks, Oklahoma near Tulsa, March 24, 2011 Date taken: 2011 03 24 Important Links:
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