Broadly speaking, all catfish species generally spawn sometime between spring and summer in water temperatures between 70 and 80F. However, if one takes a closer look at the different types of catfish and their g… See more

Catfish prefer dark and secluded spawning areas on or over hard bottom types. They seek out cavities, caves, and other empty structures to build their nests and lay their eggs. These dark and hidden spawning grounds g… See more

As most catfish need relatively warm water temperatures for spawning, they generally prefer shallow depths between 1 and 5 feet. During spring, the shallows will warm up faster than the deeper water areas, producing … See more

As mentioned above, all four major catfish types found in the US are what are commonly referred to as cavity nesters. It is the male that will select a suitable nest and get it ready for the act of spawning. Catfish don’t creat… See more