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Generally, catfish can be larger than trout. While some trout species, like the lake trout, can grow quite large, many catfish species, such as the blue catfish or flathead catfish, can reach weights of over 100 pounds. In contrast, most trout species typically range from 1 to 30 pounds, making catfish the larger of the two on average. However, size can vary widely depending on the specific species being compared.

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