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Bluefish

(Pomatomus saltatrix)
🐟 Fishes Native Species
Bluefish
Species Details
Scientific Name
Pomatomus saltatrix
ORGANISM TYPE
🐟 Fishes
CATEGORY
Native Species
Common Name
Bluefish

Native

Fusiform, compressed body with 8-9 dorsal spines and 23-28 soft rays; the anal fin has 2-3 spines and 23-27 soft rays. It has two dorsal fins, with the first short and low. Teeth are sharp and prominent in a single row, with a greenish back and silvery sides and belly. Max length: 130 cm TL, Max age: 14 years

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