McHenry County Conservation District / McHenry County College / BlackBullhead
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Information: MCCD # (815) 338-6223

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BlackBullhead Common Name:
Black Bullhead
 
 
Scientific Name: Ictalurus melas

 

Length or Size: Rarely reaches more than 2 pounds.

 

Comment: Distinguished by its dark-colored or spotted chin barbels. Prefers silty water with soft mud bottom. Highly tolerant of pollution and warm water.