Fishing for Channel catfish
The channel catfish is a freshwater fish known for its slender, scaleless body and distinctive forked tail. It primarily inhabits rivers and lakes across North America. This species, reaching up to 52 inches and 58 pounds, feeds on insects, crustaceans, and small fish. Channel catfish are nocturnal, exhibiting social behavior and often schooling in deeper waters. This summary is AI generated
Recently caught Channel catfish
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Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
Top Baits
According to catch data from over 15 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the top baits used to catch Channel catfish.
Top fishing spots near you to catch Channel catfish
These are the top places near you to catch Channel catfish based on live data from Fishbrain.
Recently caught Channel catfish
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