Bottom-dwelling fish crossword clue

Answer
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MUDCAT

MUDCAT — the 6-letter solution to “Bottom-dwelling fish”, entered at 1 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for January 14, 2026.

About this clue

“Bottom-dwelling fish” appeared as 1 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on January 14, 2026, and the answer is 6 letters long. This is the only Thomas Joseph puzzle we have tracked it in so far.

Letters
6
Position
1 Across
Times seen
1

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Bottom-dwelling fish”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Wednesday, January 14, 2026, the answer to “Bottom-dwelling fish” is MUDCAT — 6 letters, entered at 1 Across.

Could the answer be different in my puzzle?

The same clue text can take different answers depending on the grid. Every time we have seen “Bottom-dwelling fish” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been MUDCAT, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 6 letters and starts with M.

Is this the official Thomas Joseph site?

No. This is an independent solver’s reference. The Thomas Joseph crossword is published by King Features Syndicate.