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Channel Catfish is correct!

The Channel Catfish is the most abundant sports fish in the state of Iowa. It is silvery-gray above fading to lighter shades on the belly; the body is marked with dark spots (may be obscure in adults); the tail fin is deeply forked; and it may reach lengths of about 20 inches by 10 years of age. It is found statewide in rivers, lakes and ponds.

Brown Trout
Channel catfish
Brook Trout
Flathead catfish

Rainbow Trout

Pike

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