Yellow Bullhead

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gptkbp:instanceOf Fish
gptkbp:activities Nocturnal
gptkbp:behavior Bottom feeder
gptkbp:bodyStyle Stocky and robust
gptkbp:colors Dark back, lighter belly
Some individuals are darker
Yellow to olive with dark spots
gptkbp:commonName Yellow catfish
Ponds and marshes
gptkbp:conservationEfforts Least Concern
Monitored by wildlife agencies
gptkbp:cookingMethod Grilling, frying
gptkbp:culturalSignificance Part of local fishing traditions
gptkbp:diet Omnivorous
gptkbp:distribution Widespread in rivers and lakes
gptkbp:environmentalImpact Sensitive to water quality changes
Prey for larger predators
gptkbp:family gptkb:Ictaluridae
gptkbp:fauna Cultured for food
gptkbp:fishSpecies Spring
Varies by region
Angling
Popular among anglers
Four pairs
Popular target species
Open year-round in many areas
Use of baited hooks
Light to medium tackle recommended
Regulated by state agencies
Worms, minnows, and cut bait
gptkbp:flavorProfile Mild flavor
gptkbp:growthRate Fast growth in favorable conditions
gptkbp:habitat Freshwater
Weedy areas
Efforts to improve water quality
gptkbp:healthcare Occasionally kept in aquariums
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Yellow Bullhead
gptkbp:length Up to 14 inches
gptkbp:lifespan Up to 8 years
gptkbp:localNames Various regional names
gptkbp:migration Limited migratory behavior
gptkbp:nativeTo gptkb:North_America
gptkbp:order gptkb:Siluriformes
gptkbp:predators Larger fish, birds
gptkbp:publicAccess Educational programs on conservation.
gptkbp:relatedPatent Channel catfish
gptkbp:released Dorsal fin with 6-8 rays
gptkbp:reproduction Eggs laid in nests
gptkbp:researchInterest Studied for ecological impact
gptkbp:scientificName Ameiurus natalis
gptkbp:seasonalActivities May move to deeper waters in winter
gptkbp:senses Good sense of smell
gptkbp:socialResponsibility Often found in groups
gptkbp:succeededBy Common practice among anglers
gptkbp:threats Habitat loss, pollution
gptkbp:weight Up to 3 pounds
gptkbp:wingArea Rounded pectoral fins