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Introduced in several rivers, blue catfish have overcome the salinity barrier that was originally thought to prevent them from expanding in other rivers. (Compare to phytoplankton.). ٦(�l�:��hC��4�w@7n�x��=�r�~�bm�R1Y��x��`� � ��Xo�C�WIp"5&��b*̊����v6{x�5���لT���2�gxZ�Û�\�o�W+=8f�gy���>#�ޝ�s����w��Sa�#���0�������5�T�Jq�^E���'�O���Y^�����+z��/,�7��ې�V����S�ʆqޘ�e����`{rh��F�za|@��c�� ;��dq)o�X��^e�8��H�a���קG!]Kܞt�BA�̋2��C. 0000006157 00000 n 1997. 2009 Proc. "Maryland fish facts" (On-line). Blue catfish commonly reach 36 inches and 20 pounds. Flathead catfish range from the lower Great Lakes through the Mississippi River watershed to the Gulf states. Juvenile fish were stocked in ponds, fed, and harvested after 200 days. Their life expectancy does not exceed 25 years, a record set in Virginia in the Rappahannock River. Non-indigenous range expansion of the blue catfish (Ictalurus furcatus) in the Satilla River, Georgia. NatureServe. 0000001749 00000 n If a catfish is infected by Aeromonas hydrophila, they develop ulcers and their fins redden and begin to fray. Freshwater Fishes of Virginia. 0000007153 00000 n Highly adaptable, catfish are found in a wider range of habitats than most other freshwater fish. National Exotic Marine and Estuarine Species Information System. Blue catfish have a forked tail, and are sometimes very similar to channel catfish. A substance that provides both nutrients and energy to a living thing. 2014. In the lower Mississippi River, it moves farther down river where the water is warmest in winter, and it runs upstream in summer. Catfish have a variety of body shapes, though most have a cylindrical body with a flattened ventrum to allow for benthic feeding. Regions native to blue catfish include the Mississippi, Missouri, and Ohio river basins and the Gulf of Mexico drainages that stretch north from Pennsylvania to South Dakota, and south to the Gulf Coast. ("Blue catfish - Chesapeake Bay", 2014; Greenlee, 2011; Jenkins and Burkhead, 1994; "Freshwater catfish in Texas", 2012; Wyatt, et al., 2006), Both male and female blue catfish are necessary in order for reproduction to take place. at http://www.dgif.virginia.gov/fishing/conditions/tidal-river-blue-catfish-report.pdf. Usually has a slate blue body with a white belly. April 20, 2014 One caught in an inland lake on the Virginia–North Carolina border weighed 143 pounds. The Animal Diversity Web team is excited to announce ADW Pocket Guides! 0000009287 00000 n Ecotourism implies that there are existing programs that profit from the appreciation of natural areas or animals. With this physical adaptation, the fish finds food that it can’t see in the darkness at the Hudson’s bottom. Accessed humans benefit economically by promoting tourism that focuses on the appreciation of natural areas or animals. 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No sexual dimorphisms have been observed in blue catfish. This species adjusts to water temperature changes and swims to warmer waters during the winter and cooler waters during the summer. While blue catfish can grow quite large, growth rates can vary considerably from individual to individual and few fish actually reach trophy sizes. H�lTM��6��W�QJ- �G�I��I�R���s��mR ����i!��9���L�������8:S��N�\q��`�N��ᗓ����qg�Hw5��l�G�p6�������M'I.i{�Oy����yaN_��94�u����g��Y���\�yǾ\��L�*��0A��1 $�X&J��ǀ5CI)T`*=O:�����禧�������A �f,݌Ō}������M�lEK=\��,��&7��v��N_�����kx*㜽6���;W% ?ptH 7�C?��DB�Ʉ,����S�|�*���i����A�㦊UV���c�T,��y�_b�j)�����i9yK6�nn)CK�V�����r�KM7i0݀�N���Rœ�*_�ͳP��k8�ˠyT��0���-�ڎ~�����i}0����R��U�!�Id�gJ��W(y6�blS7}�����_�*�T��*VT�F�a� A catfish has whiskers with taste buds. It has several desirable traits, including rapid growth, ease of spawning, tolerance to wide ranges of temperatures and water quality, good product quality and high consumer acceptance. This includes Greenland, the Canadian Arctic islands, and all of the North American as far south as the highlands of central Mexico. As adults, blue catfish serve as a food source for humans and birds. Texas: Inland Fisheries Division. Further range expansion of blue catfish in other tributaries may ensue when similar conditions co-occur (high adult He also broke numerous water body record breaking six records total. Greenlee, B. 0000008286 00000 n 0000009693 00000 n 0000002036 00000 n 0000009771 00000 n �Vl�e�K����،��I�ƙ�]��2���D��_��[�?�. (Holtan, 1998; Jenkins and Burkhead, 1994; "Ictalurus furcatus", 2014), Spawning and breeding season occurs once a year, between April and June in freshwater reservoirs and backwaters depending on geographic location. Their jaws contain small teeth. Since then, they have quickly expanded to major tributaries in Maryland and Virginia, and the surrounding Chesapeake Bay areas. Skin coloration can have many functions. ADW doesn't cover all species in the world, nor does it include all the latest scientific information about organisms we describe. 2011. They have now spread beyond the rivers and tributaries stocked by the USFC. Its smooth skin lacks scales. However, temperature-mediated sublethal effects of increased salinities on blue catfish biology are not yet known. As they grow in size and age, their diet expands to include a variety of smaller fish, even their own species. at http://blueocean.org/documents/2013/03/blue-catfish-chesapeake-bay-full-species-report.pdf. April 20, 2014 In one study, three genetic groups of catfish—NWAC103 line channel catfish, Norris line channel catfish, and a hybrid between the Norris channel catfish and the Dycus Farm line blue catfish—were compared for production, meat yield, and meat quality traits. Birth, death, and growth rates remain stable for blue catfish. Once hatched, blue catfish remain in the fry stage until they completely absorb their yolk sacs, a process that is also dependent on water temperature and usually takes between 3 to 6 days. Barekzi, Y.; M. Hawkins and J. Additional support has come from the Marisla Foundation, UM College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, Museum of Zoology, and Information and Technology Services. They have similar characteristics as channel catfish; however, unlike channel catfish, blue catfish have no dark blue spots, possess a straight edged adipose fin, and usually have more than 29 rays in their anal fin. Catfish, however, deeply understand this necessity, it seems, as they are living testimony to the advantages of adaptation and specialization, in the sensory organ department, anyway. The anal fin is long, possesses a straight distal margin, and contains between 27 to 38 rays, although the typical range is 30 to 36. Accessed ̖���߁o�N��$�my ~R�Ks�Ӂ�g�h@�,9 (��?��&�"��x��i�˅(���r��'L���?$����{RPqU�B�������X;�;��V��eUT����4�SM�}?,z���l>0�≈ �{����mM���]w)��~��� �ų��&{=/a _UT��T��(� 0000001002 00000 n Not only are blue catfish used as sport fishes, they are also an important food source for more than sixteen states. uses smells or other chemicals to communicate, ranking system or pecking order among members of a long-term social group, where dominance status affects access to resources or mates. Blue catfish also exhibit migratory behaviors and adjust to temperature changes within their habitats by swimming to warmer waters during the winter and cooler waters during the summer. These are called . Accessed The abundance of blue catfish has caused competition with and reduced populations of white catfish in Virginia and Maryland. In Maryland, electrofishing surveys produced blue catfish between the ages of 3 to 14 years; however, the majority were between 5 to 7 years old. Their general behavior and semantics of reproduction share similarities with the entire Bullhead family, especially with channel catfish. Description. ("Blue catfish - Chesapeake Bay", 2014; "Blue catfish", 2012; Greenlee, 2011; Holtan, 1998; Jenkins and Burkhead, 1994; "Ictalurus furcatus", 2013), Unlike flathead catfish, blue catfish do not exhibit any home range territorial behavior. Contributor Galleries In the James River, they can grow up to 3 pounds in the first 8 years, while in 11 years, they can reach 20 pounds. The Yaqui chub is found principally in Sonora, Mexico in the Yaqui, Sonora and Matape rivers. Blobfish adaptations They really look like large, floral tadpoles, pale, jelly-like flesh with pale, loose skin, a big nose and a wide-eyed eyes. 0000002163 00000 n To help scientists and resource managers learn more about these fish, NCBO provided more than $1 million in funding for research projects to investigate blue catfish. Body Shape Adaptations. April 20, 2014 Instead of relying heavily on their eyesight, they use their barbels and olfactory senses to identify their surroundings. Body color varies from steel blue to yellow-brown. Ecological Role of Blue Catfish in Chesapeake Bay Communities and Implications for Management. Blue catfish have eight barbels (whiskers) positioned around their faces. "Ictalurus furcatus" (On-line). During the first few years of development, blue catfish grow slowly; however, this rate typically increases with their size as they age. Help us improve the site by taking our survey. Males remain within the nest after eggs hatch to guard and direct the fry, leaving only when the fry completely absorb their yolk sacs. 1). Channel catfish, Ictalurus punctatus, is the most important catfish species raised in the US. At the same time, the study — which examined 16,110 blue catfish stomachs — cast doubt on the notion that they are voracious, ecosystem-altering predators. Hormonal pheromones also play a key role in reproduction and mating systems between blue catfish. 0000008182 00000 n Species such as the … Box 60, Murfreesboro, TN 37132 George D. Scholten, Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, P.O. This material is based upon work supported by the 0000008129 00000 n 0000005185 00000 n Jenkins, R., N. Burkhead. �^0(w��` �G���r��c��M��|���H���AѺ�W� �ù� endstream endobj 65 0 obj 842 endobj 66 0 obj << /Filter /FlateDecode /Length 65 0 R >> stream Catfish are actually preferred by bald eagles over other fish species. Two barbels arise dorsally, from the nose, two extend from both corners of the mouth (one for each corner), and four protrude from the chin. 0000001342 00000 n Holtan, P. 1998. Juvenile fish were stocked in ponds, fed, and harvested after 200 days. Yama Barekzi (author), Bridgewater College, Maria Hawkins (author), Bridgewater College, Jacob Sheets (author), Bridgewater College, Tamara Johnstone-Yellin (editor), Bridgewater College, Leila Siciliano Martina (editor), Animal Diversity Web Staff. at http://chesapeakebay.noaa.gov/fish-facts/invasive-catfish. Though we edit our accounts for accuracy, we cannot guarantee all information in those accounts. Blue on the dorsal side (the top) and silvery white on the ventral side (the abdomen), the blue marlin also has more than a dozen rows of blue spots on its body. Accessed January 26, 2021 at https://animaldiversity.org/accounts/Ictalurus_furcatus/. 0000005164 00000 n Bethesda, Maryland: American Fisheries Society. 2014. Classification, To cite this page: In the wild, hybrids between channel catfish, a similar species, and blue catfish are very rare. 0000007174 00000 n For every kilogram of body weight, females lay 4,000 to 8,000 eggs, a gradual process that may take several hours. Recognized for their large bodies that can weigh up to 100 pounds (45kg), blue catfish can reach two to five feet in length (600 to 1500mm). However, as they age, they become larger than other predatory fish, resulting in less predation. 2014. The tail fin, or caudal fin, is deeply forked and contains 16 branched rays with 6 soft rays. Mostly, the study found, blue catfish are omnivores, eating whatever is abundant in the river. Murdy, E., R. Birdsong, J. Musick. ("Blue catfish - Chesapeake Bay", 2014; "Invasive catfish", 2013; "Ictalurus furcatus", 2013; Schloesser, et al., 2011; "Ictalurus furcatus", 2014), Blue catfish prefer to live on the sandy bottoms of medium to large freshwater channels and pools that possess swift and well-flowing currents in depths greater than 6 meters. 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Freshwater Fishes of Virginia. 0000007153 00000 n Highly adaptable, catfish are found in a wider range of habitats than most other freshwater fish. National Exotic Marine and Estuarine Species Information System. Blue catfish have a forked tail, and are sometimes very similar to channel catfish. A substance that provides both nutrients and energy to a living thing. 2014. In the lower Mississippi River, it moves farther down river where the water is warmest in winter, and it runs upstream in summer. Catfish have a variety of body shapes, though most have a cylindrical body with a flattened ventrum to allow for benthic feeding. Regions native to blue catfish include the Mississippi, Missouri, and Ohio river basins and the Gulf of Mexico drainages that stretch north from Pennsylvania to South Dakota, and south to the Gulf Coast. ("Blue catfish - Chesapeake Bay", 2014; Greenlee, 2011; Jenkins and Burkhead, 1994; "Freshwater catfish in Texas", 2012; Wyatt, et al., 2006), Both male and female blue catfish are necessary in order for reproduction to take place. at http://www.dgif.virginia.gov/fishing/conditions/tidal-river-blue-catfish-report.pdf. Usually has a slate blue body with a white belly. April 20, 2014 One caught in an inland lake on the Virginia–North Carolina border weighed 143 pounds. The Animal Diversity Web team is excited to announce ADW Pocket Guides! 0000009287 00000 n Ecotourism implies that there are existing programs that profit from the appreciation of natural areas or animals. With this physical adaptation, the fish finds food that it can’t see in the darkness at the Hudson’s bottom. Accessed humans benefit economically by promoting tourism that focuses on the appreciation of natural areas or animals. 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No sexual dimorphisms have been observed in blue catfish. This species adjusts to water temperature changes and swims to warmer waters during the winter and cooler waters during the summer. While blue catfish can grow quite large, growth rates can vary considerably from individual to individual and few fish actually reach trophy sizes. H�lTM��6��W�QJ- �G�I��I�R���s��mR ����i!��9���L�������8:S��N�\q��`�N��ᗓ����qg�Hw5��l�G�p6�������M'I.i{�Oy����yaN_��94�u����g��Y���\�yǾ\��L�*��0A��1 $�X&J��ǀ5CI)T`*=O:�����禧�������A �f,݌Ō}������M�lEK=\��,��&7��v��N_�����kx*㜽6���;W% ?ptH 7�C?��DB�Ʉ,����S�|�*���i����A�㦊UV���c�T,��y�_b�j)�����i9yK6�nn)CK�V�����r�KM7i0݀�N���Rœ�*_�ͳP��k8�ˠyT��0���-�ڎ~�����i}0����R��U�!�Id�gJ��W(y6�blS7}�����_�*�T��*VT�F�a� A catfish has whiskers with taste buds. It has several desirable traits, including rapid growth, ease of spawning, tolerance to wide ranges of temperatures and water quality, good product quality and high consumer acceptance. This includes Greenland, the Canadian Arctic islands, and all of the North American as far south as the highlands of central Mexico. As adults, blue catfish serve as a food source for humans and birds. Texas: Inland Fisheries Division. Further range expansion of blue catfish in other tributaries may ensue when similar conditions co-occur (high adult He also broke numerous water body record breaking six records total. Greenlee, B. 0000008286 00000 n 0000009693 00000 n 0000002036 00000 n 0000009771 00000 n �Vl�e�K����،��I�ƙ�]��2���D��_��[�?�. (Holtan, 1998; Jenkins and Burkhead, 1994; "Ictalurus furcatus", 2014), Spawning and breeding season occurs once a year, between April and June in freshwater reservoirs and backwaters depending on geographic location. Their jaws contain small teeth. Since then, they have quickly expanded to major tributaries in Maryland and Virginia, and the surrounding Chesapeake Bay areas. Skin coloration can have many functions. ADW doesn't cover all species in the world, nor does it include all the latest scientific information about organisms we describe. 2011. They have now spread beyond the rivers and tributaries stocked by the USFC. Its smooth skin lacks scales. However, temperature-mediated sublethal effects of increased salinities on blue catfish biology are not yet known. As they grow in size and age, their diet expands to include a variety of smaller fish, even their own species. at http://blueocean.org/documents/2013/03/blue-catfish-chesapeake-bay-full-species-report.pdf. April 20, 2014 In one study, three genetic groups of catfish—NWAC103 line channel catfish, Norris line channel catfish, and a hybrid between the Norris channel catfish and the Dycus Farm line blue catfish—were compared for production, meat yield, and meat quality traits. Birth, death, and growth rates remain stable for blue catfish. Once hatched, blue catfish remain in the fry stage until they completely absorb their yolk sacs, a process that is also dependent on water temperature and usually takes between 3 to 6 days. Barekzi, Y.; M. Hawkins and J. Additional support has come from the Marisla Foundation, UM College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, Museum of Zoology, and Information and Technology Services. They have similar characteristics as channel catfish; however, unlike channel catfish, blue catfish have no dark blue spots, possess a straight edged adipose fin, and usually have more than 29 rays in their anal fin. Catfish, however, deeply understand this necessity, it seems, as they are living testimony to the advantages of adaptation and specialization, in the sensory organ department, anyway. The anal fin is long, possesses a straight distal margin, and contains between 27 to 38 rays, although the typical range is 30 to 36. Accessed ̖���߁o�N��$�my ~R�Ks�Ӂ�g�h@�,9 (��?��&�"��x��i�˅(���r��'L���?$����{RPqU�B�������X;�;��V��eUT����4�SM�}?,z���l>0�≈ �{����mM���]w)��~��� �ų��&{=/a _UT��T��(� 0000001002 00000 n Not only are blue catfish used as sport fishes, they are also an important food source for more than sixteen states. uses smells or other chemicals to communicate, ranking system or pecking order among members of a long-term social group, where dominance status affects access to resources or mates. Blue catfish also exhibit migratory behaviors and adjust to temperature changes within their habitats by swimming to warmer waters during the winter and cooler waters during the summer. These are called . Accessed The abundance of blue catfish has caused competition with and reduced populations of white catfish in Virginia and Maryland. In Maryland, electrofishing surveys produced blue catfish between the ages of 3 to 14 years; however, the majority were between 5 to 7 years old. Their general behavior and semantics of reproduction share similarities with the entire Bullhead family, especially with channel catfish. Description. ("Blue catfish - Chesapeake Bay", 2014; "Blue catfish", 2012; Greenlee, 2011; Holtan, 1998; Jenkins and Burkhead, 1994; "Ictalurus furcatus", 2013), Unlike flathead catfish, blue catfish do not exhibit any home range territorial behavior. Contributor Galleries In the James River, they can grow up to 3 pounds in the first 8 years, while in 11 years, they can reach 20 pounds. The Yaqui chub is found principally in Sonora, Mexico in the Yaqui, Sonora and Matape rivers. Blobfish adaptations They really look like large, floral tadpoles, pale, jelly-like flesh with pale, loose skin, a big nose and a wide-eyed eyes. 0000002163 00000 n To help scientists and resource managers learn more about these fish, NCBO provided more than $1 million in funding for research projects to investigate blue catfish. Body Shape Adaptations. April 20, 2014 Instead of relying heavily on their eyesight, they use their barbels and olfactory senses to identify their surroundings. Body color varies from steel blue to yellow-brown. Ecological Role of Blue Catfish in Chesapeake Bay Communities and Implications for Management. Blue catfish have eight barbels (whiskers) positioned around their faces. "Ictalurus furcatus" (On-line). During the first few years of development, blue catfish grow slowly; however, this rate typically increases with their size as they age. Help us improve the site by taking our survey. Males remain within the nest after eggs hatch to guard and direct the fry, leaving only when the fry completely absorb their yolk sacs. 1). Channel catfish, Ictalurus punctatus, is the most important catfish species raised in the US. At the same time, the study — which examined 16,110 blue catfish stomachs — cast doubt on the notion that they are voracious, ecosystem-altering predators. Hormonal pheromones also play a key role in reproduction and mating systems between blue catfish. 0000008182 00000 n Species such as the … Box 60, Murfreesboro, TN 37132 George D. Scholten, Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, P.O. This material is based upon work supported by the 0000008129 00000 n 0000005185 00000 n Jenkins, R., N. Burkhead. �^0(w��` �G���r��c��M��|���H���AѺ�W� �ù� endstream endobj 65 0 obj 842 endobj 66 0 obj << /Filter /FlateDecode /Length 65 0 R >> stream Catfish are actually preferred by bald eagles over other fish species. Two barbels arise dorsally, from the nose, two extend from both corners of the mouth (one for each corner), and four protrude from the chin. 0000001342 00000 n Holtan, P. 1998. Juvenile fish were stocked in ponds, fed, and harvested after 200 days. Yama Barekzi (author), Bridgewater College, Maria Hawkins (author), Bridgewater College, Jacob Sheets (author), Bridgewater College, Tamara Johnstone-Yellin (editor), Bridgewater College, Leila Siciliano Martina (editor), Animal Diversity Web Staff. at http://chesapeakebay.noaa.gov/fish-facts/invasive-catfish. Though we edit our accounts for accuracy, we cannot guarantee all information in those accounts. Blue on the dorsal side (the top) and silvery white on the ventral side (the abdomen), the blue marlin also has more than a dozen rows of blue spots on its body. Accessed January 26, 2021 at https://animaldiversity.org/accounts/Ictalurus_furcatus/. 0000005164 00000 n Bethesda, Maryland: American Fisheries Society. 2014. Classification, To cite this page: In the wild, hybrids between channel catfish, a similar species, and blue catfish are very rare. 0000007174 00000 n For every kilogram of body weight, females lay 4,000 to 8,000 eggs, a gradual process that may take several hours. Recognized for their large bodies that can weigh up to 100 pounds (45kg), blue catfish can reach two to five feet in length (600 to 1500mm). However, as they age, they become larger than other predatory fish, resulting in less predation. 2014. The tail fin, or caudal fin, is deeply forked and contains 16 branched rays with 6 soft rays. Mostly, the study found, blue catfish are omnivores, eating whatever is abundant in the river. Murdy, E., R. Birdsong, J. Musick. ("Blue catfish - Chesapeake Bay", 2014; "Invasive catfish", 2013; "Ictalurus furcatus", 2013; Schloesser, et al., 2011; "Ictalurus furcatus", 2014), Blue catfish prefer to live on the sandy bottoms of medium to large freshwater channels and pools that possess swift and well-flowing currents in depths greater than 6 meters. Blue catfish were observed to expand their range in Virginia tributaries when adult densities in tidal freshwater reaches were high and in years of high river flows or episodic flooding (Schloesser et al. animals that use metabolically generated heat to regulate body temperature independently of ambient temperature. In the James River, blue catfish can grow to large sizes, so recreational fishers often travel to Virginia and the surrounding commonwealths in hopes of catching them. 0000009266 00000 n The Chesapeake Bay record is a blue catfish caught in the James River that was 102 pounds. The air bladder of blue catfish has a definite constriction giving it a two-lobed appearance, whereas the air bladder in channel catfish is without constriction. The Blue Catfish has a deeply forked tail and typically has a bluish-gray body above, fading to white on its sides and belly. 16 branched rays with 6 soft rays swim to swifter, faster flowing waters to... 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2012. physical adaptations. Because of the time it takes for blue catfish to reach sexual maturity, it is an inefficient use of resources to raise brood fish from fry … An animal that eats mainly insects or spiders. Ictalurus is Greek meaning "fish cat", and furcatus is Latin, meaning "forked", a reference to the species' forked tail fin. 2012. However, large channel cats and medium-sized blue cats can be more difficult to tell apart, often having similar coloration and general body shape. Life expectancies can range from river to river, with rivers in Virginia being better suited at producing older and larger catfish. High parental investment from male blue catfish in the early stages of development increases the longevity of the young by making it difficult for predators to prey on the species at an early age. ��)����sؿ� "Tidal river blue catfish" (On-line). American Fisheries Society Symposium, 77: 369–382. 0000001929 00000 n A flattened head allows for digging through the substrate as well as perhaps serving as a hydrofoil. The anal fin is the most prominent feature of a Blue Catfish and has a straight outer edge (sometimes referred to as a “barber’s razor”) with 30–36 fin rays. Smaller introductions of blue catfish have taken place in the rivers of more than 5 other states such as Alabama, Florida, and California, as well as Mexico. Their vast diet enables them to eat endangered fish like shads and herrings, causing these species to suffer a decrease in population size. 0000004236 00000 n 2011. Chesapeake Bay Program. They are neither threatened nor endangered according to the IUCN, United States Federal List, CITES, or the State of Michigan List. ("Blue catfish - Chesapeake Bay", 2014; "Blue catfish", 2012; Jenkins and Burkhead, 1994; "Maryland fish facts", 2014; Murdy, et al., 1997; "Invasive catfish", 2013; "Ictalurus furcatus", 2013), Blue catfish are included in family Ictaluridae, or bullhead catfishes, and have many characteristics shared by members of this family. In our part of the country, blue catfish spawn in late spring or early summer, probably May and June. In fact, this unique body structure allows the blobfish to float in the depths of the ocean with very little energy because its flesh is slightly less than water. Small channel cats typically will have spots lacking in small blue cats. at http://www.iucnredlist.org/details/202679/0. These behaviors include biting, slamming into each other, and highly energetic swimming. Animals. Blue catfish become sexually mature between the ages of 4 to 7 years; at this time, they are generally 35 to 66 cm (14 to 26 in) long and weigh 2.3 kg. Once eggs are fertilized, male catfish force females away from the nest to organize and protect the eggs. Wyatt, T., J. Martinez, R. Sparrow, A. Barkoh. fertilization takes place outside the female's body. Growth rates vary from river to river depending on the population density and available food. living in the Nearctic biogeographic province, the northern part of the New World. ("Blue catfish - Chesapeake Bay", 2014; "Blue catfish", 2012; Jenkins and Burkhead, 1994), Blue catfish serve as predators and prey, providing food and selective pressure for the organisms that share their habitat. Blue catfish are included in family Ictaluridae, or bullhead catfishes, and have many characteristics shared by members of this family. Identification: A large, heavy-bodied catfish with a deeply-forked caudal fin.Color is pale blue to gray on the back and sides, fading to white on the lower sides and belly. Adults usually grow to be less than two feet long, but can be as long as five feet and weigh more than 100 pounds. Many blue catfish grow to tremendous sizes; this in combination with their feeding style has lead to the belief that they exhibit adverse effects on other fish communities. ��G�Z�1�]����u�H��Xd��"�V��j���V+ן!�pƧx�������`�hrœn���麀��1�f�@��n��`l��{c[�]]F%��B�,���g ܦ#��C�u � �%d��" �gu� �Lۆ�>�)�*���_��x,���ߍnR�&��nH�`�5���uSHqmiR�4�{�7���'a7� Catfish have evolved to tolerate muddy, low water situations. Similar species: The Channel Catfish, I. punctatus , has dark spots on the body, a rounded anal fin with 24-29 rays, and no chambers in the air bladder. 0000003169 00000 n that region of the Earth between 23.5 degrees North and 60 degrees North (between the Tropic of Cancer and the Arctic Circle) and between 23.5 degrees South and 60 degrees South (between the Tropic of Capricorn and the Antarctic Circle). ("Blue catfish", 2012; Jenkins and Burkhead, 1994; "Maryland fish facts", 2014; Murdy, et al., 1997), After the spawning process, fertilized blue catfish eggs usually hatch in six to ten days depending on water temperature. Conf. Annu. These characteristics include lack of scales, a single dorsal fin followed by an adipose fin just before the caudal fin, and a flat anal fin. "Freshwater catfish in Texas" (On-line). Introduced in several rivers, blue catfish have overcome the salinity barrier that was originally thought to prevent them from expanding in other rivers. (Compare to phytoplankton.). ٦(�l�:��hC��4�w@7n�x��=�r�~�bm�R1Y��x��`� � ��Xo�C�WIp"5&��b*̊����v6{x�5���لT���2�gxZ�Û�\�o�W+=8f�gy���>#�ޝ�s����w��Sa�#���0�������5�T�Jq�^E���'�O���Y^�����+z��/,�7��ې�V����S�ʆqޘ�e����`{rh��F�za|@��c�� ;��dq)o�X��^e�8��H�a���קG!]Kܞt�BA�̋2��C. 0000006157 00000 n 1997. 2009 Proc. "Maryland fish facts" (On-line). Blue catfish commonly reach 36 inches and 20 pounds. Flathead catfish range from the lower Great Lakes through the Mississippi River watershed to the Gulf states. Juvenile fish were stocked in ponds, fed, and harvested after 200 days. Their life expectancy does not exceed 25 years, a record set in Virginia in the Rappahannock River. Non-indigenous range expansion of the blue catfish (Ictalurus furcatus) in the Satilla River, Georgia. NatureServe. 0000001749 00000 n If a catfish is infected by Aeromonas hydrophila, they develop ulcers and their fins redden and begin to fray. Freshwater Fishes of Virginia. 0000007153 00000 n Highly adaptable, catfish are found in a wider range of habitats than most other freshwater fish. National Exotic Marine and Estuarine Species Information System. Blue catfish have a forked tail, and are sometimes very similar to channel catfish. A substance that provides both nutrients and energy to a living thing. 2014. In the lower Mississippi River, it moves farther down river where the water is warmest in winter, and it runs upstream in summer. Catfish have a variety of body shapes, though most have a cylindrical body with a flattened ventrum to allow for benthic feeding. Regions native to blue catfish include the Mississippi, Missouri, and Ohio river basins and the Gulf of Mexico drainages that stretch north from Pennsylvania to South Dakota, and south to the Gulf Coast. ("Blue catfish - Chesapeake Bay", 2014; Greenlee, 2011; Jenkins and Burkhead, 1994; "Freshwater catfish in Texas", 2012; Wyatt, et al., 2006), Both male and female blue catfish are necessary in order for reproduction to take place. at http://www.dgif.virginia.gov/fishing/conditions/tidal-river-blue-catfish-report.pdf. Usually has a slate blue body with a white belly. April 20, 2014 One caught in an inland lake on the Virginia–North Carolina border weighed 143 pounds. The Animal Diversity Web team is excited to announce ADW Pocket Guides! 0000009287 00000 n Ecotourism implies that there are existing programs that profit from the appreciation of natural areas or animals. With this physical adaptation, the fish finds food that it can’t see in the darkness at the Hudson’s bottom. Accessed humans benefit economically by promoting tourism that focuses on the appreciation of natural areas or animals. Y��@:M�\|*/�8�B�Ŧ����B4��j,�2�Ɍ�����{r/��m��,F:s�0�9�~�~H���rۂ����@\��w�������f �4fɫ�؇>/��(�4/�S;3]�����M��? April 20, 2014 Catfish have strong sandpaper like teeth to swallow their food whole. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Color is another physical adaptation that can help creatures survive. There have also been reports of blue catfish in the Burke and Brittle Lakes and far north in the Chesapeake Bay tributaries such as the Susquehanna River. They use a vigorous sweeping motion with their tails to clear debris and use their jaws to remove larger objects; their nests can range from 6 to 14 inches in diameter. Their communication systems are developed enough that social systems such as pecking orders have been observed. Attraction between male and female catfish occurs with the use of pheromonal cues. Their color is dark on top so predators in the air don't see them.It is light on it's belly so predators don't see them underwater. No sexual dimorphisms have been observed in blue catfish. This species adjusts to water temperature changes and swims to warmer waters during the winter and cooler waters during the summer. While blue catfish can grow quite large, growth rates can vary considerably from individual to individual and few fish actually reach trophy sizes. 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Further range expansion of blue catfish in other tributaries may ensue when similar conditions co-occur (high adult He also broke numerous water body record breaking six records total. Greenlee, B. 0000008286 00000 n 0000009693 00000 n 0000002036 00000 n 0000009771 00000 n �Vl�e�K����،��I�ƙ�]��2���D��_��[�?�. (Holtan, 1998; Jenkins and Burkhead, 1994; "Ictalurus furcatus", 2014), Spawning and breeding season occurs once a year, between April and June in freshwater reservoirs and backwaters depending on geographic location. Their jaws contain small teeth. Since then, they have quickly expanded to major tributaries in Maryland and Virginia, and the surrounding Chesapeake Bay areas. Skin coloration can have many functions. ADW doesn't cover all species in the world, nor does it include all the latest scientific information about organisms we describe. 2011. They have now spread beyond the rivers and tributaries stocked by the USFC. Its smooth skin lacks scales. However, temperature-mediated sublethal effects of increased salinities on blue catfish biology are not yet known. As they grow in size and age, their diet expands to include a variety of smaller fish, even their own species. at http://blueocean.org/documents/2013/03/blue-catfish-chesapeake-bay-full-species-report.pdf. April 20, 2014 In one study, three genetic groups of catfish—NWAC103 line channel catfish, Norris line channel catfish, and a hybrid between the Norris channel catfish and the Dycus Farm line blue catfish—were compared for production, meat yield, and meat quality traits. Birth, death, and growth rates remain stable for blue catfish. Once hatched, blue catfish remain in the fry stage until they completely absorb their yolk sacs, a process that is also dependent on water temperature and usually takes between 3 to 6 days. Barekzi, Y.; M. Hawkins and J. Additional support has come from the Marisla Foundation, UM College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, Museum of Zoology, and Information and Technology Services. They have similar characteristics as channel catfish; however, unlike channel catfish, blue catfish have no dark blue spots, possess a straight edged adipose fin, and usually have more than 29 rays in their anal fin. Catfish, however, deeply understand this necessity, it seems, as they are living testimony to the advantages of adaptation and specialization, in the sensory organ department, anyway. The anal fin is long, possesses a straight distal margin, and contains between 27 to 38 rays, although the typical range is 30 to 36. Accessed ̖���߁o�N��$�my ~R�Ks�Ӂ�g�h@�,9 (��?��&�"��x��i�˅(���r��'L���?$����{RPqU�B�������X;�;��V��eUT����4�SM�}?,z���l>0�≈ �{����mM���]w)��~��� �ų��&{=/a _UT��T��(� 0000001002 00000 n Not only are blue catfish used as sport fishes, they are also an important food source for more than sixteen states. uses smells or other chemicals to communicate, ranking system or pecking order among members of a long-term social group, where dominance status affects access to resources or mates. Blue catfish also exhibit migratory behaviors and adjust to temperature changes within their habitats by swimming to warmer waters during the winter and cooler waters during the summer. These are called . Accessed The abundance of blue catfish has caused competition with and reduced populations of white catfish in Virginia and Maryland. In Maryland, electrofishing surveys produced blue catfish between the ages of 3 to 14 years; however, the majority were between 5 to 7 years old. Their general behavior and semantics of reproduction share similarities with the entire Bullhead family, especially with channel catfish. Description. ("Blue catfish - Chesapeake Bay", 2014; "Blue catfish", 2012; Greenlee, 2011; Holtan, 1998; Jenkins and Burkhead, 1994; "Ictalurus furcatus", 2013), Unlike flathead catfish, blue catfish do not exhibit any home range territorial behavior. Contributor Galleries In the James River, they can grow up to 3 pounds in the first 8 years, while in 11 years, they can reach 20 pounds. The Yaqui chub is found principally in Sonora, Mexico in the Yaqui, Sonora and Matape rivers. Blobfish adaptations They really look like large, floral tadpoles, pale, jelly-like flesh with pale, loose skin, a big nose and a wide-eyed eyes. 0000002163 00000 n To help scientists and resource managers learn more about these fish, NCBO provided more than $1 million in funding for research projects to investigate blue catfish. Body Shape Adaptations. April 20, 2014 Instead of relying heavily on their eyesight, they use their barbels and olfactory senses to identify their surroundings. Body color varies from steel blue to yellow-brown. Ecological Role of Blue Catfish in Chesapeake Bay Communities and Implications for Management. Blue catfish have eight barbels (whiskers) positioned around their faces. "Ictalurus furcatus" (On-line). During the first few years of development, blue catfish grow slowly; however, this rate typically increases with their size as they age. Help us improve the site by taking our survey. Males remain within the nest after eggs hatch to guard and direct the fry, leaving only when the fry completely absorb their yolk sacs. 1). Channel catfish, Ictalurus punctatus, is the most important catfish species raised in the US. At the same time, the study — which examined 16,110 blue catfish stomachs — cast doubt on the notion that they are voracious, ecosystem-altering predators. Hormonal pheromones also play a key role in reproduction and mating systems between blue catfish. 0000008182 00000 n Species such as the … Box 60, Murfreesboro, TN 37132 George D. Scholten, Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, P.O. This material is based upon work supported by the 0000008129 00000 n 0000005185 00000 n Jenkins, R., N. Burkhead. �^0(w��` �G���r��c��M��|���H���AѺ�W� �ù� endstream endobj 65 0 obj 842 endobj 66 0 obj << /Filter /FlateDecode /Length 65 0 R >> stream Catfish are actually preferred by bald eagles over other fish species. Two barbels arise dorsally, from the nose, two extend from both corners of the mouth (one for each corner), and four protrude from the chin. 0000001342 00000 n Holtan, P. 1998. Juvenile fish were stocked in ponds, fed, and harvested after 200 days. Yama Barekzi (author), Bridgewater College, Maria Hawkins (author), Bridgewater College, Jacob Sheets (author), Bridgewater College, Tamara Johnstone-Yellin (editor), Bridgewater College, Leila Siciliano Martina (editor), Animal Diversity Web Staff. at http://chesapeakebay.noaa.gov/fish-facts/invasive-catfish. Though we edit our accounts for accuracy, we cannot guarantee all information in those accounts. Blue on the dorsal side (the top) and silvery white on the ventral side (the abdomen), the blue marlin also has more than a dozen rows of blue spots on its body. Accessed January 26, 2021 at https://animaldiversity.org/accounts/Ictalurus_furcatus/. 0000005164 00000 n Bethesda, Maryland: American Fisheries Society. 2014. Classification, To cite this page: In the wild, hybrids between channel catfish, a similar species, and blue catfish are very rare. 0000007174 00000 n For every kilogram of body weight, females lay 4,000 to 8,000 eggs, a gradual process that may take several hours. Recognized for their large bodies that can weigh up to 100 pounds (45kg), blue catfish can reach two to five feet in length (600 to 1500mm). However, as they age, they become larger than other predatory fish, resulting in less predation. 2014. The tail fin, or caudal fin, is deeply forked and contains 16 branched rays with 6 soft rays. Mostly, the study found, blue catfish are omnivores, eating whatever is abundant in the river. Murdy, E., R. Birdsong, J. Musick. ("Blue catfish - Chesapeake Bay", 2014; "Invasive catfish", 2013; "Ictalurus furcatus", 2013; Schloesser, et al., 2011; "Ictalurus furcatus", 2014), Blue catfish prefer to live on the sandy bottoms of medium to large freshwater channels and pools that possess swift and well-flowing currents in depths greater than 6 meters. 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