National Catfish Day

The catfish is a delicious type of saltwater or freshwater fish usually associated with Cajun-cooking.  It's importance in the USA prompted President Ronald Reagan in 1987 to declare a National Catfish Day.  It may look ugly but it is juicy and a delicacy for some people.  It is not native to New Zealand and was introduced from America in the 1870s.  Unfortunately they are considered as threats and pests here, endangering our own native species.  However, there are folks who would either fish them for recreation or food.