Where Does Blue Catfish Live?

Blue Catfish lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Blue Catfish

Water type

brackish

Depth

Typically found in shallow coastal waters, estuaries, and lower reaches of rivers, from surface to moderate depths (0-50 meters).

Environment

Prefers turbid waters with muddy or sandy bottoms. Commonly found in mangrove-lined estuaries, coastal lagoons, and river mouths. Tolerant of a wide range of salinities.

Geographic range

Indo-West Pacific region, including northern Australia (from Western Australia to Queensland), Papua New Guinea, and parts of Southeast Asia.

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