Ameiurus nebulosus (Ameiurus Nebulosus)

Yellowish to almost black; Brown marbrides on the sides of paler individuals; Dark brown barbes to almost black. Massive head, moderately long, very wide and rounded; small eyes; small teeth; 4 pairs of barbels; skin devoid of scales; dorsal fin in the very advanced position and bearing a sharp and slightly or unsealed spine; presence of an adipose fin; Accered and serrated spine at the front of each pectoral fin; Very elongated anal fin; Square caudal fin or slightly indented.

The Ameiurus Nebulosus fish, commonly known as "freshwater cat" or "catfish", is a freshwater fish that lives in the alternative waters of North America. It is up to the family of Ictaluridae and is often confused with other species of catfish due to its general resemblance to other members of this family.

The catfish has a solid and stocky body with a wide and flat head and powerful jaws. Its skin is covered with smooth scales and its body is generally covered with a thin scales which gives it a misty appearance, hence its scientific name, Ameiurus nebulosus, which literally means "misty" in Latin. Its color generally varies from gray to olive green, with darker spots on the back and along the sides.

The catfish can reach a length of 60 centimeters and weigh up to 4.5 kilograms, although smaller individuals are more common. It has powerful ventral fins that allow it to dig into the sand and hide quickly. He is also able to propel himself backwards by beating his caudal fin to escape his predators.

The catfish is an active and opportunistic predator which feeds mainly on fish, crustaceans, molluscs and aquatic insects. He drives out in groups and can capture great prey thanks to his powerful jaws and sharp teeth.

Sunny or sandy background, presence of vegetation or other shelters (strain, rock, tree, etc.). Rives des lakes, bays, mouth of the streams. The Brown Fraie Dabreary Barbotte. A shallow nest and a slightly larger diameter than the length of the parents (sometimes a hole) is built by one or the other of the latter. The female lays between 1,000 and 13,000 eggs in cream color, 3 mm in diameter and covered with gelatinous mucus. A parent or both take care of eggs and fry. The eggs are ventilated and moved. They hatch after 6 to 9 days.