Missouri Department of Conservation

Catfish

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Fishing Type

Game

Topic Category

Hunting / Fishing Guide

Seasons

Regulations

Biological Information

Channel Catfish

Flathead Catfish

Season	Dates	Hours	Limits/Notes
Catfish (Blue)	Jan 01, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025		Daily limit: 5 Possession limit: 10 Size limit: none Limits apply on all waters except on areas with special regulations. Check area regulations.
Catfish (Channel)	Jan 01, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025		Daily limit: 10 Possession limit: 20 Size limit: none Limits apply on all waters except on areas with special regulations. Check area regulations.
Catfish (Flathead)	Jan 01, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025		Daily limit: 5 Possession limit: 10 Size limit: none Limits apply on all waters except on areas with special regulations. Check area regulations.