Are catfish carnivorous?

Catfish are not just carnivores, they are opportunists and will eat anything available. Put any piece of meat in front of them and they will eat it. Also, catties will eat veggies if given the chance. read more

Catfish that are generally portrayed as being carnivores or meat-eaters are best described as predators. In their natural surroundings these catfish would feed predominantly upon live foods, which in the wild would include other fishes. In most cases the stomachs of these catfishes are able to take a whole fish or other prey. read more