Jamaica weakfish
Cynoscion jamaicensis
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Not Evaluated
Saltwater
Longitud Máxima
56,900001525878906 cm
Peso Máximo
2,2 kg
Rango de Profundidad
1-70m
Familia
Overview
Jamaica weakfish (Cynoscion jamaicensis) is a marine fish of the family Sciaenidae (Drums and croakers), in the order Perciformes. Maximum recorded length is 57 cm, with a maximum published weight of 2.2 kg. Its recorded depth range is 1–70 m. Recorded habitats include neritic, estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 56,900001525878906 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 2,2 kg |
| Rango de Profundidad | 1-70m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, estuaries
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
1-70m
Información de Pesca
Pez de Pesca Deportiva
Sí
Taxonomy
| Orden | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Familia | Sciaenidae (Drums and croakers) |
| Especies | Cynoscion jamaicensis |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Jamaica weakfish get?
Jamaica weakfish can grow up to 56.900001525878906 cm long and weigh 2.2 kg.
Where is Jamaica weakfish found?
Neritic, estuaries
What family does Jamaica weakfish belong to?
Jamaica weakfish (Cynoscion jamaicensis) belongs to the family Sciaenidae (Drums and croakers) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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