WikiCatchChilhuil sea catfish
Bagre panamensis
Overview
Chilhuil sea catfish, also called the chihuil, is a species of sea catfish in the family Ariidae. It was described by Theodore Gill in 1863, originally under the genus Aelurichthys. It inhabits subtropical marine and brackish waters in the eastern Pacific region, including California, USA; Colombia, Guatemala, Peru, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama and Mexico. It dwells at a depth range of 3 to 177 m, most often between 10 and 60 m. It reaches a maximum total length of 51 cm (20 in).
Where to Find Chilhuil sea catfish
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I catch Chilhuil sea catfish?+
Chilhuil sea catfish can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include San Vicente, El Salvador; Sonora, Mexico. WikiCatch lists 2 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Chilhuil sea catfish get?+
Chilhuil sea catfish (Bagre panamensis) can reach up to 50.999998999999995 cm in length and 4.3143 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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