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Ameiurus nebulosus
A tough warmwater catfish that prowls muddy, weedy backwaters and feeds best after dark.
Size range
10–22 in
Size range
Typical adult length in the waters we cover.
Water temperature
Warmwater
Water temperature
Preferred thermal regime for this species.
Origin
Introduced
Origin
Stocking and native history where this species is found.
Bullhead catfish are an introduced warmwater member of the catfish family in Idaho. They commonly run about 10 inches, but can grow much larger, reaching roughly 22 inches.
Not yet linked to waters
This species has not been linked to a river or lake in our catalog yet.
Check the current Idaho fishing seasons and rules for the water you plan to fish, since harvest rules can vary by location.
Regulations vary by water. Check current Idaho Fish and Game rules before fishing.
Status: Introduced to Idaho
G5 (Secure) · ESA: Not listed · Idaho: SNABrowse species profiles with habitat, diet, tactics, and linked waters across the state.