Bluefish
Pomatomus saltatrix
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–200 m
- Max size: 1.3 m
- For divers: dangerous
- IUCN status: VU
Fast, toothy and aggressive, the bluefish hunts in packs through surf beaches and high energy waters, slashing into bait schools in a frenzy that can leave the water bloodied. It reaches over a metre, ranges from brackish estuaries to the open sea, and those teeth can cut a careless hand. Heavy fishing has left it classed as vulnerable.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Scombriformes › Pomatomidae › Pomatomus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 151482.
FAQ
- How deep does the Bluefish live?
- The Bluefish (Pomatomus saltatrix) is typically found at 0–200 m.
- Is the Bluefish dangerous to divers?
- The Bluefish can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Bluefish get?
- The Bluefish grows to about 1.3 m.