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
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
According to catch data from over 15 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the top baits used to catch Gafftopsail sea catfish.