That's a Big Cat!

Tuesday, May 05, 2009

Last week, this photo was taken at the newly opened Rocketts Landing marina. I don’t know much about the angler featured in the photo. But I do know he landed this enormous catfish in a kayak on the James River in front of Rocketts early one morning. It’s a Blue Catfish for sure, judging by the shape of the head and fins.  The largest Blue Cat caught in the State of Virginia weighted 92 pounds 4 ounces. If I had to guess, I’d say this fish weighs at least 25 pounds - not bad for a spot located just outside of Richmond.

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