Species guide
How to catch Madamango sea catfish
Cathorops spixii
brackishsaltwaterAriidae
The Madamango sea catfish is a small coastal fish commonly found in shallow marine and brackish waters. It primarily feeds on invertebrates and small fishes. This species has a fusiform body shape and can reach up to 30 cm in length.
Where they live
Inhabits shallow coastal marine waters, brackish estuaries, lagoons, and river mouths throughout the Atlantic and Caribbean regions, including hypersaline areas.
Typical size
Up to about 30 cm
What they eat
- small fishes
- invertebrates
Best baits
- small pieces of shrimp
- worms
- cut bait
Best lures
- small soft plastic lures
- jigs
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- light spinning
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