The Japanese meagre is a large coastal fish found in the Pacific and Indian Oceans. It has a silvery body with a robust build, reaching up to 70 inches and 110 pounds. Preferring sandy or muddy bottoms, it feeds on crustaceans and smaller fish. Known for its drumming sounds, it is a solitary and nocturnal predator. This summary is AI generated
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Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
According to catch data from over 15 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the top baits used to catch Japanese meagre.