Catfish once viewed disdained fully as the scavenger of fish, has now become a high ranking choice of connoisseurs. It is low in fat, cholesterol and calories perfect for those who are watching what they eat.
Catfish comprise an incredibly large and diverse group of animals much larger, in fact than most people realize. One in four species of all freshwater fishes is a catfish.
Most catfish are found in fresh water, although there are two families that contain saltwater species.
Many of the world’s significant river systems are home to at least one species of catfish, and in most cases these fish rank among the largest fish of the river system.
There is little finesse in angling for any of the catfish. They love in deep holes, often in turbid water, and their diet is unsophisticated, as they use eight sense barbells to locate foods.
Most catfish prefer the sluggish localities of lakes and rivers; some do best in fairly swift waters.
The term "fish" is used to classify a particular type of food, similar to the way meat, poultry, and cheese are categorized. The variety of fish species exceeds that of other food groups, with the United States alone incorporating at least 50 different types of fish and shellfish for human consumption.
Sunday, March 18, 2012
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