Here's a breakdown of how that fits into the broader classification:
* Kingdom: Animalia
* Phylum: Chordata
* Class: Actinopterygii (ray-finned fishes)
* Order: Siluriformes (catfishes)
* Family: Varies depending on the specific catfish species (there are many families within the order Siluriformes)
So, while "catfish" is a general term, it refers to a fish belonging to the order Siluriformes.