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Detailed Information on the Weakfish

Appearance: Dark olive or blue-green back; sides covered in tones of blue, purple, lavender, gold and copper. Irregular diagonal rows of vaguely - defined dark spots appear above the lateral line. 1 to 2 prominent canine teeth usually present at tip of upper jaw. Black margin on tip of the tongue. Pelvic and anal fins yellow, pectoral fins olive on outside, yellow underneath and mouth yellow inside. Habitat: An Atlantic coast fish, possibly found in the extreme southeastern Gulf. Adults move inshore and north during warm months inhabiting the surf, inlets, bays, channels and estuaries. Adults move offshore and south during cold months. Juveniles inhabit estuaries which serve as nurseries. Behavior: May mature as early as age 1. Spawns in nearshore or estuarine areas between April and Octobe. Schooling fish, feeding primarily on shrimp and fish. State Records: Florida ~ 10 lb, caught near Port Canaveral Georgia ~ 6 lb - 8 oz, 1976

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