Fishing for Snoek

Thyrsites atun

The Snoek is a slender, elongated fish known for its sharp teeth and silvery scales. It inhabits temperate ocean waters, often near coastlines. Snoek primarily feeds on smaller fish and squid. Typically reaching lengths of 40-60 inches and weighing up to 25 pounds, it is a fast, agile predator, often found in schools. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Mixed

Common depth

2 ft - 2 ft

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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Fremantle Harbour

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Rapid Bay

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Harris Bay

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Sandy Bay Rivulet

15 in · 4 lb 7 oz

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Ralphs Bay

16 in · 1 lb

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North East Bay

24 in · 10 lb

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Opossum Bay

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