Fishing for Gafftopsail sea catfish

Bagre marinus
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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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Water type

Saltwater / Mixed

Common depth

? - 164 ft

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Venomous

Source: Fishbase

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