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Headwater Catfish

Ictalurus lupus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Siluriformes ›Family: Ictaluridae ›Genus: Ictalurus

About

Ictalurus lupus (the bagre lobo or headwater catfish) is a species of catfish in the family Ictaluridae. It resembles the closely related channel catfish (Ictalurus punctatus), but is smaller, lacks spots, and has a caudal fin with a shallower fork and grows to a length of 48 centimetres (19 in) TL. It is found in Northeastern Mexico and the Southwestern United States.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Headwater Catfish?
The scientific name of Headwater Catfish is Ictalurus lupus.
What is the conservation status of Headwater Catfish?
The Headwater Catfish has a conservation status of Data Deficient.
What kingdom does Headwater Catfish belong to?
Headwater Catfish belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Headwater Catfish belong to?
Headwater Catfish belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Headwater Catfish belong to?
Headwater Catfish belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Headwater Catfish belong to?
Headwater Catfish belongs to the order Siluriformes.
What family does Headwater Catfish belong to?
Headwater Catfish belongs to the family Ictaluridae.
What genus does Headwater Catfish belong to?
Headwater Catfish belongs to the genus Ictalurus.