The Leatherjack is a slender, silver fish known for its elongated body and sharp dorsal spines. It typically inhabits coastal waters and estuaries, feeding on small fish and crustaceans. Reaching up to 12 inches in length and weighing around 1 pound, it is a fast swimmer and often forms schools for protection and hunting. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Leatherjack
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Leatherjack
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