Study reveals an invasive fish has become the top predator of the Susquehanna in just over two decades. Here's why.

Flathead catfish are rapidly reshaping the Susquehanna River’s ecosystem. Once introduced, these voracious predators climbed to the top of the food chain, forcing native fish like channel catfish and ...

Flathead catfish, opportunistic predators native to the Mississippi River basin, have the potential to decimate native and recreational fisheries, disrupting ecosystems in rivers where they become ...

Lawmakers have introduced legislation targeting an invasive species in the Susquehanna River’s major outlet. The Southern Maryland Chronicle reports that members of the US Congress from Maryland and ...

There's a new king on the Susquehanna River in Pennsylvania – and it's not smallmouth bass. Many anglers have probably noticed it too, especially if you're a catfish angler. The rise in invasive ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Flathead catfish (Pylodictis olivaris) may look like they are ...

A study found flatheads occupy the highest level in the food web, forcing native species like smallmouth bass to change their diets. The invasive catfish are growing much faster and larger in the ...

Flatheads grow fast in this river system, attain large body sizes and can eat a variety of prey. Because adult flatheads have few natural predators, they can exert strong control over the ecosystem.