White Weakfish
Atractoscion nobilis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–122 m
- Max size: 1.7 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A large croaker of the eastern Pacific, the white weakfish schools over rocky ground and through kelp beds and also works the surf zone. Young fish grow up in bays and along sandy beaches before moving out. Adults hunt fish, squid and crayfish and can reach well over a metre and a half.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Sciaenidae › Atractoscion
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278535.
FAQ
- How deep does the White Weakfish live?
- The White Weakfish (Atractoscion nobilis) is typically found at 0–122 m.
- Is the White Weakfish dangerous to divers?
- The White Weakfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the White Weakfish get?
- The White Weakfish grows to about 1.7 m.