A Cecil County resident has officially been recognized by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) as the first-ever state record holder for the invasive flathead catfish. Joshua Dixon caught the 57-pound, 50-inch long flathead catfish (Pylodictis olivaris) on Dec. … Continued
Initially introduced for sportfishing in several Virginia tributaries, blue and flathead catfish are considered invasive in the Chesapeake Bay. Since their introduction, their range and population have increased dramatically. Blue and flathead catfish are now top predators in several river … Continued
In April 2014, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) launched a statewide campaign to educate citizens about invasive blue and flathead Catfish, their impact on native species, and what anglers can do to help. To kick off the effort, … Continued