Scientific Name:
Arius felis
Common Name(s):
Hardheads, Sea Catfish, Tourist Trout
Description:
Hardhead Catfish have three pairs of barbels, lack scales, and can vary in color, from dark brown to dark blue.
Feeding Habits:
Hardhead Catfish eat crab, shrimp, and smaller fish.
Range:
The Hardhead Catfish are found along the Atlantic coast, from Massachusetts to southern Mexico.
Habitat:
The Hardhead Catfish can be found in muddy and sandy bays and shallow coastal waters.
Typical Size:
The Hardhead Catfish can reach up to 16 inches long.
World Record:
3 pounds, 5 ounces (IGFA)