Use this chart to estimate how much a blue or flathead catfish weighs. Messages: 160. oKAY GUTS WHAT SIZES DO YOU KEEP AND … Flathead catfish can reach sizes in excess of 100 pounds but … * Bag limit comprised of any single species or a combination of listed grouped species. If you have an outdoor pond or water garden, then a good choice is … Page 1 of 2 1 2 Next > May 19, 2012 ... Montgomery, Alabama. Bag limit: The maximum number of fish or invertebrates per person per day. Saltwater bag and size limits. Posted in Blog, Fishing, Noodling. CJ21, May 19, 2012. As another long lived species, flathead catfish have the potential to grow to impressive sizes. The contradictory but truthful expression “so ugly that they’re beautiful” comes to mind when closely inspecting a big flathead catfish. I usually use a 1/0 Gamakatsu baitholder hook with nightclawers or chicken livers. Discussion in 'All Catfishing' started by CJ21, May 19, 2012. While flathead catfish have the reputation of being the second largest North American catfish species, they aren't much smaller than blue catfish, and flathead catfish can reach almost 6’ in length. The flathead catfish is distinctive in appearance and not easily confused with any other species. More topics in this section. I am wondering what the best size hook to catch 1lb to 10lb Channel, Flathead, or Blue Catfish. Written by Alex Horsman on 03/05/2020. Flathead Catfish for the Plate Fishing for eating-sized flatheads is an easy and fun way to supply an excellent fish fry.
Page 1 of 2 1 2 Next > Feb 6, 2006 #1 . Their backs and sides are often an olive or light brown color with darker mottles or specks. Flathead catfish can grow to enormous sizes, like this one, held by Aly Hall. May 19, 2012 #2 . While Paulie’s record was verified by the the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks and has been standing for over 20 years, many people have questioned the legitimacy of Paulie’s catch . Flathead differ greatly in appearance from most other catfish species. It has a squared,... Habitat. A common and large-growing species, the flathead (Pylodictus olivaris) is one of the ugliest members of the freshwater catfish clan, but also one that is regularly caught in larger sizes and which provides a good struggle on hook and line.It is important both for commercial and recreational use and produces good table fare when taken from clean environments. Aquarium catfish may grow to reach 2 feet, so it is a good idea to consider its eventual size. Paulie’s flathead catfish weighed 123 pounds (55.79 kilograms) and was over 5 feet (1.55 meters) in length. Species Profile: Flathead Catfish ID. The United States Catfish Association Forum and Community.

Their bellies are often white or pale in color. Flatheads have a squarish tail, sometimes slightly notched. The existing world record flathead catfish weighed in at 123 lbs. CJ21 , May 19, 2012. Forums > Catfish Talk > HOW TO CATCH CATFISH - CATFISH FISHING TIPS > All Catfishing > Catfish as Table Fare - what is best size for keeping and eating Discussion in 'All Catfishing' started by Duane, Feb 6, 2006. Big Flathead Catfish Fishing How To’s.
Catfish hook size? The flathead catfish is a popular species because there are populations in much of the United States and they are well known to grow to trophy class sizes, all in addition to being excellent table fare. table { border: 1px … Duane Guest.

I received a call from some of my best friends, saying I needed to get to their house ASAP. Yes, blues grow bigger and outnumber flatheads in most Alabama waters. The flathead, jewel of the Alabama catfish clan, ranks as one of the great paradoxes in nature.

Their heads are compressed, or flattened, and they have a protruding lower jaw. However, flatties are well adapted to life in rivers, larger man-made reservoirs and many natural lakes, where healthy populations often produce excellent fishing opportunities. Get To Know The Flathead Catfish. Protected and threatened species cannot be taken. This species is primarily found in large bodies of water, especially reservoirs and their tributaries, and big... Food. Flathead catfish seldom thrive in small bodies of water like ponds and creeks—habitats where channel cats and blue cats do just fine. If you’re interested in catching a mess of catfish to keep and eat, try focusing on smaller flatheads, up to 10 pounds, which are much more common and easy to catch. A maximum daily bag limit of 20 applies to any fish or invertebrate not included in the tables below.