Fishing for Permit

Trachinotus falcatus

The permit is a large, silvery fish known for its deep, laterally compressed body and forked tail. It primarily feeds on crustaceans and mollusks. Found in warm coastal waters, it inhabits sandy flats and coral reefs. Typically reaching 20-30 inches and weighing 15-30 pounds, the permit is known for its strong, agile swimming and schooling behavior. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Mixed

Common depth

? - 118 ft

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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