Catfish are widely distributed across North American waterways and are one of the most popular species to fish for. Anglers target several catfish species, including channel, flathead and blue catfish. Each species creates a challenge as to where to fish for them and then how to catch them.
These bottom feeders thrive in rivers, lakes, reservoirs and streams and are not at all picky about the conditions of their habitat – clear or muddy – makes no difference.