Redfish, also known as red drum, is a popular game fish that is found in coastal waters in the southeastern United States and the Gulf of Mexico. Here are some facts about redfish:

1. Redfish are named for their distinctive reddish-bronze coloration on their backs and sides, which fades to a silver-white color on their bellies.

2. Adult redfish can reach lengths of up to 3 feet and weigh up to 90 pounds, although most are smaller than this.

3. Redfish are known for their powerful, bulldog-like fighting style, which makes them a popular target for sport fishermen.

4. Redfish are opportunistic feeders and will eat a variety of prey, including crustaceans, fish, and mollusks.

5. Redfish spawn in nearshore waters in the late summer and fall, and females can produce up to 2 million eggs per year.

6. Redfish are an important commercial and recreational fishery in the southeastern United States and the Gulf of Mexico, with strict regulations in place to manage the population.

7. Redfish are also an important part of the ecosystem, serving as both predator and prey for a variety of other species.

8. Redfish are sometimes called "channel bass" because they are often found in channels and tidal creeks, where they feed on smaller fish and crustaceans.

9. Redfish can live up to 40 years in the wild, although most are caught before they reach this age.