8" Dark Grey/Brown Cat

CDM · Post by **CDM** » 04 Mar 2012, 03:09

What a great site! I got this cat from a friend who wanted to get rid of it because it was getting too big for her tank. She found out that I love catfish so here I am with an unidentified cat. She said she got it 3 - 5 years ago but couldn't remember where, or tell me anything else. He is a very shy fish about 8" long. Thats all I know about him. I appreciate any help you guys can give.

bigamefish · Post by **bigamefish** » 04 Mar 2012, 03:14

Looks like a Ictalurus punctatus to me!

CDM · Post by **CDM** » 04 Mar 2012, 03:36

Thanks for the quick reply. I never would have guessed that because of color. But youre right, it does look like one. Thank you for your help.

bigamefish · Post by **bigamefish** » 04 Mar 2012, 04:26

No problem that's what we're here for !!

Viktor Jarikov · Post by **Viktor Jarikov** » 04 Mar 2012, 13:47

I'd agree with the ID - common channel catfish.

IMO it is highly strange that the fish is 8" after ~4 years. Mine grow to 1.5' or more (TL) in a year starting from 3"-6". That's the reason people farm channels everywhere in the states - for their fast growth. In the early stages of life, these cool fishes convert 1 lb of food into 0.5 lb of body mass. Very highly efficient.

CDM · Post by **CDM** » 04 Mar 2012, 18:33

Thank you. I wouldnt put alot of stock in the age either. She didnt really seem to remember.

8" Dark Grey/Brown Cat

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