African weakfish
Atractoscion aequidens
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African weakfish (Atractoscion aequidens) is a marine fish of the family Sciaenidae (Drums and croakers), in the order Perciformes. Maximum recorded length is 130 cm, with a maximum published weight of 25 kg. Its recorded depth range is 15–200 m. Recorded habitats include neritic, demersal.
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概要
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 |
| 生息水深 | 15-200m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, demersal
釣り情報
Taxonomy
| 目 | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| 科 | Sciaenidae (Drums and croakers) |
| 種 | Atractoscion aequidens |
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