[ramonesfreak]

looks abnormal. i have several catfish that spend a lot of time upside down but they are African and called Synodontis nigriventris. i am not aware of any N American catfish that sleep upside down but I could be wrong

around here it is against the law to take live fish from public waters. not criticizing you for what you are doing but just be aware that you might get a ticket/fine from the DEC if caught depending on your local laws and rules