Catfish are a diverse group of ray-finned fish. Named for their prominent barbels, which resemble a cat's whiskers, catfish range in size and … See more

External anatomy of catfish
Most catfish are bottom feeders. In general, they are negatively buoyant, which means that … See more

Catfish can produce different types of sounds and also have well-developed auditory reception used to discriminate between sounds with … See more

Aquaculture
Catfish are easy to farm in warm climates, leading to inexpensive and safe food at local grocers. About … See more

While the vast majority of catfish are harmless to humans, a few species are known to present some risk. Many catfish species have … See more

Distribution and habitat
Extant catfish species live inland or in coastal waters of every continent except Antarctica. Catfish have inhabited all continents at one time or another. They are most diverse in tropical South America, Asia, and … See more

In the mythology of the Japanese Shinto religion natural phenomenon are caused by kami. Earthquakes are caused by a giant catfish called See more