What kind of catfish are in Mississippi?

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Catfish in Mississippi

Channel catfish. World record: 58 lbs 0 oz. State Record: 51 lbs 12 oz.
Flathead catfish. World record: 123 lbs 9 oz. State Record: 77.7 lbs.
Blue catfish. World record: 143 lbs 0 oz. State Record: 95 lbs 0 oz.

Where is the best catfishing in the Mississippi river?

The Mississippi River at Vicksburg is home to giant blue catfish. Here are some of the best places to target these huge fish.

Collin’s Point.
Island Dike.
Mud Bank.
The Grain Elevator.
Tommy’s Creek.
River Ridge.
Davis Island Point.
Davis Island Sandbar.

How many catfish can you keep in Mississippi?

The length limit on catfish (blue, channel and flathead) shall be no more than 1 catfish over 34 inches per person on reciprocated waters with AL and TN. There is no creel limit on catfish.

What is the Mississippi State record for catfish?

(AP) — Talk about a fish tale: A Mississippi man reeled in a massive blue catfish that set a state record. The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks said Eugene Cronley of Brandon caught the 131-pound (59.4-kilogram) fish April 7 in the Mississippi River near Natchez.

Why is catfish so popular in Mississippi?

The lion’s share of the North American fish-buying public does not want the fish it consumes to have a strong flavor, and the blandness of farm-raised catfish has been a marketing plus. Catfish has been a significant form of farming in Mississippi, especially in the Delta, since the late 1960s.

How many catfish farms are in Mississippi?

205 catfish farms
Known for farm-raised catfish, Mississippi boasts 205 catfish farms with sales valued at $219.7 million.

What is the biggest fish in the Mississippi river?

1) Gulf Sturgeon The Gulf sturgeon is the biggest fish in the Mississippi River.

Can you keep alligator gar in Mississippi?

Alligator gar tags are needed to possess/keep these fish caught in commercial fishing gear. Alligator gar tags are not needed for the harvest of any other type of gar, or, for alligator gar that are less than 16 inches in length.

Is it legal to catch sharks in Mississippi?

After reviewing the most recent science, the state of Mississippi opened a commercial shark fishery in February 2020. Only shark species with healthy populations are allowed to be harvested, namely blacktip shark, Atlantic sharpnose shark and finetooth shark.

How old is a 130 lb catfish?

20-30 years
Weight: 130-pounds. Length: 57-inches. Girth: 45-inches. Fisheries biologists estimate its age at 20-30 years.

How big do catfish get in the Mississippi River?

Blue catfish are one of the biggest fish in the Mississippi River and can grow to be 130lbs. If you thought a 90lb catfish was big, wait until you see a blue catfish. Blue catfish actually have a blueish tint with a white belly. They can get to be 5 feet long and weigh up to 131lbs!