Spotted Weakfish
Cynoscion nebulosus
- Group: Other
- Max size: 1 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A prized inshore predator of estuaries and seagrass flats, the spotted weakfish hunts shrimp and small fish over sand and through salt marshes. It tolerates very salty tidal pools and ranks among the favourite catches of coastal anglers.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Sciaenidae › Cynoscion
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 159312.
FAQ
- Is the Spotted Weakfish dangerous to divers?
- The Spotted Weakfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Spotted Weakfish get?
- The Spotted Weakfish grows to about 1 m.