The Spotfin jawfish is a small marine fish found in the western Atlantic Ocean. It typically measures around 4 inches in length and weighs up to 0.1 pounds. Known for its burrowing behavior, it inhabits sandy or rubble substrates. Its diet consists mainly of plankton and small invertebrates. The species is recognized for its distinctive spot on the dorsal fin. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Spotfin jawfish
length · weight
Spotfin jawfish
Indian River Lagoon (Fort Pierce - Jupiter Inlet)
5 in · 2 oz
Spotfin jawfish
length · weight
Spotfin jawfish
length · weight


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