Freshwater
Flathead Catfish
Pylodictis olivaris
- Peak season
- Summer
- Length range
- 40–150 cm
- Weight range
- 1–50 kg
- Typical depth
- 1–15 m
Habitat
Deep river holes, log jams, and undercut banks in large rivers. Prefers heavy cover and slow current.
Behavior
Solitary ambush predator that strongly prefers live bait. Most active at night; moves to shallow flats to feed.
Best techniques
- Live bait (bluegill or shad)
- Bottom fishing near log jams
- Limb lines
- Noodling
