Florida’s Enchanting Catfish Diversity: Ecological Significance, Threats, And Responsible Fishing
Florida boasts an astonishing diversity of catfish species, from native giants like channel and blue catfish to introduced flatheads and coastal gafftopsails. These bottom-dwelling predators play crucial ecological roles and support important fisheries. However, conservation efforts are essential to protect these valuable populations from threats such as habitat loss and overfishing. Accurate identification is vital,…