Fishing for Gulf toadfish

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The Gulf toadfish is a bottom-dwelling fish known for its stout, flattened body and mottled brown coloration. It typically measures 12-16 inches and weighs up to 2 pounds. Found in the Gulf of Mexico's coastal waters, it feeds on crustaceans and small fish. Notably, it produces a distinctive grunting sound for communication and territorial defense. This summary is AI generated

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Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Reports of ciguatera poisoning

Source: Fishbase

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According to catch data from over 15 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the top baits used to catch Gulf toadfish.

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