Pregnancy food guidance
Catfish
Usually OK—When cooked
Cooked catfish is a lower-mercury seafood choice.
What changes the answer for Catfish
- Cook to 145°F or until opaque and flaky.
- Check local advisories for self-caught fish.
Why it matters for Catfish
FDA lists catfish among lower-mercury choices.
Practical takeaway
Choose fully cooked commercially sourced catfish.
Sources and review details
- Review status
- Source reviewed
- Last reviewed
- Guidance region
- United States