Average Weight/Length
Max length : 166 cm TL male/unsexed; common length : 100.0 cm TL male/unsexed; max. published weight: 41.0 kg; max. reported age: 20 years
Other "Popular" Names for this Fish
White Weakfish
Location Habitat
Often in schools over rocky bottom and in kelp beds (Ref. 2850). Also found in the surf zone. Young in bays and along sandy beaches. Feed on fishes, squids, and crayfish
Biology & Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 10 - 11; Dorsal soft rays (total): 20-23; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 8 - 9; Vertebrae: 24. Pelvic fins with fleshy appendage at base.
Life Cycle & Mating Behavior
Pelagic spawner
Geographic Species Map (Fishbase.org Map)
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Summary of Distribution: Eastern Pacific: Alaska to southern Baja California, Mexico and the Gulf of California. |
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Note: Distribution range colors indicate degree of suitability of habitat which can be interpreted as probabilities of occurrence (fishbase.org) |
Sport Fishing Techniques
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Game Rating
Game Rating : 7.5/10
Game Description :
Spirited fighter, good pulls and runs when hooked
Food Rating
Game Rating : 9/10
Game Description :
Excellent food fish
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