Bass vs. Catfish

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Do They Get Along?

Bass and catfish can most certainly coexist in the same body of water and in fact do so in numerous waters all across America.

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Channel catfish especially are a species that can be found alongside bass in many waters and are common target species for many anglers.

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Depending on the size of the catfish and that of the bass, a catfish can and definitely will eat a bass if it can manage to do so.

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Largemouth bass can also eat catfish if there are big enough and the catfish it intends to eat is small enough.

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When it comes to raw strength per inch and pound, most anglers would agree that it's the channel cat that would take home the trophy.

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However, if we look at agility, navigation, and fighting skills on the rod, the Oscar would have to go to the smallmouth bass.

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Get even more interesting facts on bass and catfish via the link below!

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