Pylodictis olivaris
Pylodictis olivaris
(Flathead Catfish)
Fishes
Native Transplant

Impact ID4927
Impact TypeRecreation
Study TypeAnecdotal
Study LocationN/A
Impact DescriptionFlathead Catfish is highly regarded as a food fish in some portions of the Great Lakes region when taken from clean water. This species may have significant positive impacts for tourism.
Reference24437
Great Lakes RegionYes
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Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2024]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [12/9/2024].

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