The Atlantic spadefish is a disc-shaped fish with vertical black bands on a silver body. It inhabits coastal waters and reefs in the western Atlantic Ocean. Typically reaching 8-14 inches and weighing up to 10 pounds, it feeds on crustaceans, small invertebrates, and plankton. Known for its schooling behavior, it often forms large, social groups. This summary is AI generated
Water type
Common depth
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Atlantic spadefish
length · weight
Atlantic spadefish
21 in · 6 lb
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