Fishing for Southern pompano

Trachinotus africanus
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The Southern pompano is a streamlined, silvery fish known for its deep, laterally compressed body and forked tail. It inhabits warm coastal waters, favoring sandy or muddy substrates. This species primarily feeds on crustaceans and small fish. Typically, it reaches a length of 15-20 inches and weighs around 3-5 pounds. It is known for its agile swimming and schooling behavior. This summary is AI generated

BrodyCain, Fishbrain angler since 2024

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Water type

Saltwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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