channel catfish

• Pez de agua dulce originario de Norteamérica (Ictalurus punctatus), de cuerpo alargado sin escamas, con barbillas sensoriales y cola ahorquillada; es apreciado en la pesca deportiva y en la gastronomía, sobre todo en el sur de Estados Unidos.

A species of North American catfish (Ictalurus punctatus) known for its whisker-like barbels and forked tail, commonly found in rivers and lakes, and popular in fishing and cuisine.

1. Freshwater fish speciesB2formalamerican

   A species of North American catfish (Ictalurus punctatus) known for its whisker-like barbels and forked tail, commonly found in rivers and lakes.

   Pez gato de canal

   • Channel catfish are often caught by anglers in the Mississippi River.
   • The farm raised channel catfish for the local market.
   • Biologists studied the spawning habits of channel catfish in the lake.

2. Food fishB1informalamerican

   The meat of this fish, valued for its mild flavor and firm texture, often used in Southern cuisine.

   Pez gato de canal (como alimento)

   • We had fried channel catfish for dinner with coleslaw.
   • The restaurant serves grilled channel catfish with lemon butter sauce.
   • Channel catfish is a popular ingredient in fish tacos.