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Cobia (Ling) - Rachycentron canadum
Family Rachycentridae, COBIA
Description: Long, slim fish with broad depressed head; lower jaw projects past upper jaw; dark lateral stripe extends through eye to tail; fffst dorsal fin comprised of 7 to 9 free spines; when young, has conspicuous alternating black and white horizontal stripes.
Similar fish: Remora, Eceneis naucrates.
Where found: Both INSHORE and NEARSHORE inhabitating inlets, bays, and among mangroves; frequently seen around buoys, pilings, and wrecks.
Size: Common to 30 pounds.
Remarks: Spawns in spring and early summer; feeds on crabs, squid, and small fish.
Florida record: 130 LBS. 1 OZ.
Regulations:
Size Limit: 33" Fork.
Season:
Bag Limit: 1 per person per day or 6 per vessel per day, whichever is less
Comments: Saltwater products license and restricted species endorsement required for the sale of cobia.
Must remain in whole condition until landed ashore (heads and tails intact)
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