Tadpole Madtom and Similar Species
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Slender Madtom
Noturus exilis
Key differences: The Slender Madtom has a more slender body and a distinctly separated adipose fin from the caudal fin, unlike the broadly joined adipose and caudal fins of the Tadpole Madtom.
Stonecat
Noturus flavus
Key differences: Stonecats are generally larger, have a more robust head, and their adipose fin is typically free or only narrowly joined to the caudal fin. They also tend to have a more mottled or banded pattern.
Brindled Madtom
Noturus miurus
Key differences: The Brindled Madtom usually has distinct dark saddles or blotches on its back and sides, and its adipose fin is typically separated or only slightly joined to the caudal fin, unlike the Tadpole Madtom's broadly joined fins.
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