Description: dark
stripe (variably present) extends from nose to in front of dorsal
fin and "lights up" when fish is in feeding mode; no scutes;
soft dorsal base less than twice the length of the anal fin
base.
Similar Fish:
other Seriola.
Where found:
OFFSHORE species associated with rocky reefs, debris, and
wrecks, typically in 60 - 240 feet of water; sometimes caught
NEARSHORE in south Florida; juveniles associated with floating
objects and may occur in water less than 30 feet deep.
Size: common
to 40 pounds.
*Florida Record:
142 lbs.
Remarks: largest
of the jacks; thought to spawn OFFSHORE throughout most of
the year; feeds on squid, fish, and crustaceans.
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