Brown Bullhead s are a smaller catfish and have a flatter tail with only a slight indent. They are dark green to brown above and lighter-colored on their underside. The four barbels ("whiskers") on the underside of the jaw are blackish. This distinguishes it from the Yellow Bullhead which has whitish barbels. Catfish have four barbels that hang from the lower jaw, two from each corner of the mouth and two from the top of the head near the mouth.
Diet: aquatic insects, crustaceans, and vegetative matter
Habitat & Range
Brown Bullhead s are found from murky shallow water in ponds and ditches to deeper ponds, streams, and rivers. They feed on aquatic insects, crustaceans, and vegetative matter.
Where to Fishing
Statewide
Frequently Asked Questions
Fishing Tips
Good baits for Brown Bullhead s include any of the numerous "Catfish baits" that can be purchased, or worms.
