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Tadpole Madtom

🔬 Noturus gyrinus

A tiny catfish found in weedy lakes and slow streams. Rarely noticed by anglers. Hides under debris and vegetation. Named for its round, tadpole-like shape.

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🌊 Where to Catch Tadpole Madtom in Michigan

Lake County Population
Albany Creek Chippewa Good
Ankadosh Creek Chippewa Good
Anna River Alger Good
Au Sable River Crawford Good
Au Sable River Crawford Good
Au Sable River Iosco Good
Au Sable River Oscoda Good
Au Sable River (East Branch) Crawford Good
Au Sable River (East Branch) Crawford Good
Au Sable River (North Branch) Crawford Good
Au Sable River (North Branch) Crawford Good
Au Sable River (South Branch) Crawford Good
Au Sable River (South Branch) Roscommon Good
Au Sable River (South Branch) Crawford Good
Au Train River Alger Good
Augusta Creek Kalamazoo Good
Bad River Saginaw Good
Baldwin River Lake Good
Barber Creek Allegan Good
Bark River Delta Good
Tadpole Madtom

🌿 Tadpole Madtom Habitat & Behavior

DNR records show Tadpole Madtom present in 396 Michigan water bodies.

📋 Quick Tadpole Madtom Facts

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