The Gafftopsail sea catfish is a coastal fish found in the western Atlantic Ocean. It features a distinctive long, sail-like dorsal fin and barbels around its mouth. Typically reaching 18 inches and weighing up to 10 pounds, it feeds on crustaceans and small fish. This species is known for its adaptability to both brackish and marine environments. This summary is AI generated
Water type
Common depth
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Gafftopsail sea catfish
E.G. Simmons Regional Park
length · weight
Gafftopsail sea catfish
20 in · 4 lb
Gafftopsail sea catfish
23 in · 6 lb
Gafftopsail sea catfish
length · weight
Gafftopsail sea catfish
length · weight
Gafftopsail sea catfish
length · weight


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