National Catfish Day
About National Catfish Day
When is National Catfish Day? This holiday is always observed on June 25
Something’s fishy today. It’s National Catfish Day. Let’s go fishing! After catching “a mess of” catfish, this June 25 holiday is best celebrated with tasty, fried catfish. Or, enjoy catfish cooked to your favorite recipe……yummy.
No one will disagree that catfish are ugly fish. Many people take one look at them and refuse to taste them. They are missing out on a sweet treat. Their “whiskers” are actually stingers. If you get stung by them, it will hurt for several days. These bottom feeders can be caught day or night. Nighttime fishing for them is by far the best time to go.
Guess who said: “More and more Americans are discovering a uniquely American food delicacy — farm-raised catfish.” To discover who made this statement, read the section below on the “History and Origin of National Catfish Day”.
You should have no doubt about what two things you should do today… fish for and eat catfish. Enjoy a plateful of catfish, cooked any way you want. Chances are, you will eat farm-raised catfish, which supplies the vast majority of catfish to the U.S. market. But, wouldn’t it be much more fun to fish in the morning, and catch the catfish you will eat?
Catfish Trivia and Fun Facts
What do you know about these “whiskered” fish? Here’s some trivia and fun facts about them. Then, show off your knowledge of them to your fishing buddies.
- The Mekong Giant Catfish is the largest ever caught. In 2005, Thai fishermen in northern Thailand reeled in the catfish that measured 9 feet long and 646 pounds. Also, it is believed to be the largest freshwater fish ever caught.
- On the other end of the spectrum, Banjo Catfish are the smallest species, growing to just five to seven inches long.
- They are found all over the world except Antarctica. There are over 3,000 species.
- With over 2150,000 taste buds located all over their body, a catfish can “taste” their environment.
- As fishermen know, they are bottom feeders. They are meat-eaters.
- The male fish keeps fertilized eggs in his mouth for up to several weeks. He releases them just before they are ready to hatch.
- Nowadays, most catfish sold in markets are farm-raised. Catfish is the largest aquaculture industry in the United States.
How to Celebrate and Participate in National Catfish Day
Here are some ideas on how to celebrate and participate in National Catfish Day:
- Go fishing for catfish. Nighttime is best.
- Go to a restaurant for a catfish dinner.
- Learn more about these bottom feeders.
- Share your catfish recipe on social media.
Thought for Today
“Many men go fishing all of their lives without knowing that it is not fish that they are after” – – Henry David Thoreau
History and Origin of National Catfish Day
Yes, today is truly a National day!
On June 25, 1987, President Ronald Reagan began a presidential proclamation with the words “More and more Americans are discovering a uniquely American food delicacy — farm-raised catfish.” While president, he loved to announce new holidays.
This Day in History
Here are some things that happened on this day:
- Governor John Winthrop of Massachusetts introduced the fork to American dining. At first, its use was considered sacrilegious. (1630)
- Custer’s Last Stand: Sioux and Cheyenne Indians wipe out Lt Colonel George Custer and the 7th Cavalry at the Battle of Little Big Horn. (1876)
- Rose O’Neill, creator of Kewpie Dolls was born on this day in 1874.
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