Are the catfish in aquariums of the same family as those we eat?

[The alMIGHTY N]

Just curious... they look pretty different so I'm wondering if maybe
"catfish" is a loose term used to describe those aquarium fish or if
they're actually related to the catfish that are raised for human
consumption?

[CanadianCray]

There are many different types of fish in the aquarium trade given the term
catfish. Its pretty much given to any large bottom feeder. There are a few
species like the Channel Catfish that is a north American species that are
related IMO.

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Craig
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"The alMIGHTY N" > wrote in message
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> Just curious... they look pretty different so I'm wondering if maybe
> "catfish" is a loose term used to describe those aquarium fish or if
> they're actually related to the catfish that are raised for human
> consumption?
>