Fishing for African pompano
Alectis ciliaris
722 logged catches • 7K followers
The African pompano is a striking marine fish known for its elongated, thread-like dorsal and anal fin rays. It inhabits tropical and subtropical coastal waters, often near reefs. Reaching up to 42 inches and 40 pounds, it feeds on small fish and invertebrates. This agile predator is noted for its schooling behavior and swift, powerful swimming. This summary is AI generated
luisangeldurazo, Fishbrain angler since 2024
Recently caught African pompano
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Water type
Saltwater
Common depth
197 ft - 328 ft
IUCN Status
Least concern
Threat to humans
Reports of ciguatera poisoning
Source: Fishbase
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