WONDER #38: Why Do Catfish Have Whiskers?

Question 1 of 3

The whisker-like feelers near a catfish's mouth are called _____________.

  1. hairbels
  2. barbels
  3. fins
  4. faux fur

Question 2 of 3

On which continent would you NOT expect to find catfish?

  1. Antarctica
  2. Africa
  3. Australia
  4. Europe

Question 3 of 3

There are over ___________ species of catfish.

  1. 10,000
  2. 5,500
  3. 3,000
  4. 1 million

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