Fishing for Banded Rudderfish

Seriola zonata

The Banded Rudderfish is a streamlined, silver fish with distinct dark bands running vertically along its body. It typically inhabits coastal and offshore waters, often near reefs. Growing up to 30 inches and weighing around 10 pounds, it feeds on smaller fish and invertebrates. Known for its schooling behavior, it is an agile and active swimmer. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Banded Rudderfish

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Banded Rudderfish

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Banded Rudderfish

22 in · 8 lb 6 oz

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Queens Coast

12 in · 1 lb

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Banded Rudderfish

25 in · 7 lb

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Town of Hempstead Coast

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Banded Rudderfish

Queens Coast

12 in · 1 lb

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