Genus Ictalurus (Noun)
Meaning
Channel catfishes.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Ictalurus comprises a group of catfish commonly known as channel catfishes found in North America.
- Ictalurus punctatus is a species within the genus Ictalurus that is native to eastern North America.
- The genus Ictalurus includes the blue catfish's close relative, the channel catfish.
- Species within the genus Ictalurus have a moderate growth rate compared to other catfish.
- Catfish belonging to the genus Ictalurus have barbels around their mouth to aid in sensory perception.