Physical 

The channel catfish is a catfish ranging from dark brown to slate gray in color. The color fades to a lighter brown-gray on their sides. Their dorsal fin has a small spine in it. A typical adult will grow to about 22 in (57 cm).

 

Habitat

Their native range spans northern Mexico to southern Canada, throughout the Great Lakes and Missouri and Mississippi river basins. They have been introduced to other parts of the country as fishing stock in streams, ponds, and reservoirs.

 

Feeding 

Channel catfish eat small fish, crustaceans, clams, insects, and sometimes small mammals.