Neosho Madtom
Neosho Madtom
Seasonal Restriction Dates:
- May 1–July 31
Restriction Notes:
- Only if survey required, and direct impacts to occupied water body possible.
Photo Credit: USFWS
Short Description from Oklahoma Wildlife Conservation:
The Neosho Madtom (Noturus placidus) is a small member of the catfish family that is approximately three inches or smaller in length. Compared to other madtom catfishes, this species can be identified by the lesser amount of dark pigment on the adipose fin. Its overall body coloration is a yellowish-tan with mottling on the back of its body.
Natural Habitat:
In rivers, within cobble-bottomed fast-moving riffles.
