Georgia's Ogeechee River Faces a Flathead Catfish Invasion Threat!

The Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) reports non-native flathead catfish in the Ogeechee River.

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Concerns rise about the ecological impact on native fish populations.

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A commercial fisherman reported the first flathead catch in December 2021.

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By August 2023, over a dozen flatheads have been captured near Interstate Highway 95.

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Joel Fleming warns of the flathead's predatory behavior threatening native species.

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Flathead catfish have migrated from Northwest Georgia drainages to Atlantic drainages.

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The WRD removed 64,000 flatheads from the Satilla River between 2007 and 2016.

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Anglers are advised to report non-native flathead catches to the WRD.

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Collective action and public participation are crucial for preserving Georgia's waterways.

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