Fishing for Black drum

Pogonias cromis
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The black drum is a robust fish found in coastal waters, known for its distinctive dark stripes and large scales. It typically measures 20-30 inches and weighs 5-30 pounds. Preferring estuarine and nearshore environments, it feeds on crustaceans and mollusks. Black drums are bottom-dwellers and often produce a drumming sound by vibrating their swim bladders. This summary is AI generated

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Water type

Saltwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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