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(LING) - RACHYCENTRON CANADUM Family
Rachycentridae, COBIA
Long, slim fish with broad depressed head; lower jaw projects
past upper jaw; dark lateral stripe extends through eye to
tail; fffst dorsal fin comprised of 7 to 9 free spines; when
young, has conspicuous alternating black and white horizontal
stripes.
Similar fish: Remora, Eceneis
naucrates.
Where found: Both INSHORE and
NEARSHORE inhabitating inlets, bays, and among mangroves;
frequently seen around buoys, pilings, and wrecks.
Size: Common to 30 pounds.
Remarks: Spawns in spring and
early summer; feeds on crabs, squid, and small fish.
Florida record: 130 lbs., 1 oz.
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