Fishing for Tarpon
Megalops atlanticus
12K logged catches • 109K followers
The Tarpon is a large, silver-scaled fish known for its elongated body and distinctive dorsal fin. It inhabits coastal waters, estuaries, and lagoons in the Atlantic Ocean. Reaching up to 96 inches and 280 pounds, it primarily feeds on fish and crustaceans. Tarpons are renowned for their acrobatic leaps and are popular among sport fishers. This summary is AI generated
H.Ribbner, Fishbrain angler since 2013
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Water type
Saltwater / Freshwater / Mixed
Common depth
? - 131 ft
IUCN Status
Vulnerable
Threat to humans
Reports of ciguatera poisoning
Source: Fishbase
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