Article: Consider catfish Farmed fish makes delicious, ecologically sound meal decision.(Food)

Byline: Deborah Pankey Daily Herald Food Editor

The name doesn't sound exotic like "tilapia" or invoke images of gourmet preparations like grouper, but catfish is, perhaps, a better option when it comes to putting dinner on the table.

Not only do farm-raised catfish fillets generally carry a lower price tag at the fish counter, but they are an abundant and environmentally friendly species.

"U.S. farmed catfish is a good, ecologically responsible fish," said chef Ted Cizma with the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago, a big supporter of sustainable aquaculture. "It's harvested in a responsible manner."

Wild catfish, such as the ones you see ...

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