Ictaluridae: North American Catfishes

This book chapter (118 pages without figures, tables, and references) reviews the biology, ecology, evolution, and natural history of North American catfishes, including bullheads (genus Amieurus), forktail catfishes (genus Ictalururs), madtoms (genus Noturus), flathead catfishes (genus Pylodictis), and the genera of stygobitic catfishes.

Impact/Purpose

The purpose of this book chapter is to review the biology, ecology, evolution, and natural history of North American catfish species. It is intended for academic researchers and the general public interested in fishes and has no real policy implications.

Citation

Burr, B., M. Warren, AND M. Bennett. Ictaluridae: North American Catfishes. John Hopkins University Press, Baltimore, MD, 2:23-100, (2020).

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