Flat Bullhead (Ameiurus platycephalus)

Flat Bullhead, a reference photo — Photo: Hugh McCormick Smith · Public domain

Ameiurus platycephalus, the flat bullhead, is a species of North American freshwater catfish native to the waters of the southeastern United States from Virginia to Georgia. This species grows to a maximum length of 29 cm (11 in) TL though it is more commonly about 23 cm (9 in) long.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Flat Bullhead being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Easily confused with

Ameiurus brunneus
Ameiurus natalis
Ameiurus nebulosus
Ameiurus melas
Ameiurus catus

Classification

Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Actinopterygii
Order: Siluriformes
Family: Ictaluridae
Genus: Ameiurus
Species: Ameiurus platycephalus

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