06-01-2019, 03:00 PM
[quote TopH2O]I'd say the catfish was probably in the 9.5 to 10 pound range judging by it's size compared to the person's fingers. I would put the length at about 28 to 29 inches, again based on the same comparison.
It's definitely a nice channel catfish. Due to it's age, this would be a good one to release to avoid possible mercury exposure. The older the fish, the higher the mercury build up in it's tissues.
Mike[/quote]
[#0000FF]No mercury issues in Utah Lake. However, there are elevated levels of PCBs in carp and larger cats.[/#0000FF]
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It's definitely a nice channel catfish. Due to it's age, this would be a good one to release to avoid possible mercury exposure. The older the fish, the higher the mercury build up in it's tissues.
Mike[/quote]
[#0000FF]No mercury issues in Utah Lake. However, there are elevated levels of PCBs in carp and larger cats.[/#0000FF]
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