channel catfish

• Poisson-chat nord-américain (Ictalurus punctatus), reconnaissable à ses barbillons et à sa queue fourchue, que l'on trouve dans les rivières et les lacs, prisé pour la pêche sportive et la cuisine.

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.

   Barbue de rivière

   • 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.

   Barbue de rivière (chair)

   • 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.