Author: (Mitchill, 1815)
FBname: Gafftopsail sea catfish
Comments: Mainly marine but enters brackish estuaries with relatively high salinities (Ref. 5217).  Opportunistic feeders over mud and sandy bottoms (Ref. 27549). Feeds mainly on small fishes and invertebrates.  The dorsal and pectoral fins are equipped with a serrated erectile spine, both of which are venomous.  Commonly caught by anglers along bridges, piers and catwalks.  Flesh considered good; marketed fresh (Ref. 5217). Minimum depth reported taken from Ref. 57178.