About this episode

The episode discusses the various species of catfish in Kansas, their diets, and habitats.

Catfish are among the most popular fish to catch in the Great Plains. Kansas is home to 12 species of catfish including small madtoms and record setting Flathead Catfish. Join Joe and Drew as they discuss catfish diets, habitats, and much more. Dr. Joe Gerken and Dr. Drew Ricketts are extension specialists and faculty members in the Wildlife and Outdoor Enterprise Management Program at Kansas State University. Find out more about the program at http://hnr.k-state.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/wildlife-outdoor-management.html Watch the podcast on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/@KSEWildlife

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Joe Gerken

Guest: Dr. Drew Ricketts

Topics covered

• catfish
• fishing
• wildlife management
• habitats
• diets

Keywords

• catfish
• Great Plains
• Kansas
• fishing
• wildlife management
• habitats
• diets

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Kansas State University

Places: Great Plains, Kansas

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