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Cobia
Rachycentron canadum
Common Name(s):

Ling, Cabio, Lemonfish
Description:

The Cobia is a long, slim fish with a broad depressed head and the lower jaw projects past upper jaw. The dark lateral stripe extends through the eye to its tail. The first dorsal fin is comprised of 7 to 9 free spines and when it is young it has conspicuous alternating black and white horizontal stripes.
Similar Fish:

Remora
Feeding Habits:

The Cobia feed mainly on crab, squid, and small fish.
Range:

Cobia are found both inshore and offshore in warm tropical waters. In North America are mainly found along the Florida coast and the Gulf of Mexico.
Habitat:

The Cobia can be found both inshore and near shore inhabiting inlets, bays, and among mangroves; frequently seen around buoys, pilings, and wrecks.
Typical Size:

The Cobia average around 30 pounds but it is not uncommon to catch a 70, 80 or even a 90 pound fish. They can reach over 6 feet in length.
World Record:

135 pounds, 9 ounces (IGFA)

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