African weakfish
Atractoscion aequidens
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The African weakfish (Atractoscion aequidens) is a large saltwater fish reaching up to 130 cm and 25 kg. It inhabits coastal waters off the southern African coast and is a valued commercial and sport fish.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 130,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 25,0 kg |
| Rango de Profundidad | 15-200m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, demersal
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
15-200m
Información de Pesca
Pez de Pesca Deportiva
Sí
Taxonomy
| Orden | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Familia | Sciaenidae (Drums and croakers) |
| Especies | Atractoscion aequidens |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does African weakfish get?
African weakfish can grow up to 130.0 cm long and weigh 25.0 kg.
Where is African weakfish found?
Neritic, demersal
What family does African weakfish belong to?
African weakfish (Atractoscion aequidens) belongs to the family Sciaenidae (Drums and croakers) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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