Sea Catfish
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Scientific Name: |
Galeichthys felis |
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Common Names: |
sea cat |
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Description: |
Has four barbels on the lower jaw and is relatively small. |
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Location: |
Bays and harbors south of Virginia and along the Gulf coast. Winter time they seek deeper water. |
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Size: |
Up to about 1ft |
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Spawning: |
Males carry fertilized eggs in their mouths for about 2 months. They go without food during this period and for a while afterwards as the young tend to stay in this unusual nest. |
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Prey: |
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Fishing notes: |
The best baits are live or cut fish and shrimp. Most are bottom feeders so use heavy sinkers. |
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