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Florida Amber Jack Fishing
Family Carangidae, JACKS and POMPANOS
Seriola dumerili
Illustrations and Copyright by Diane Rome Peebles
Illustrations are for viewing purposes only.
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.
For more about Florida saltwater fish please visit the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission.
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of Indian River Guides Association (IRGA) an organization established in 2000 to
protect the waters and fishery of the Indian River Lagoon System. |
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