Fishing for Gray weakfish

Cynoscion regalis

The gray weakfish is a slender, silvery fish with a dark back and faint spots. It inhabits coastal waters and estuaries along the Atlantic, often found near sandy or muddy bottoms. Reaching up to 19 inches and 4 pounds, it feeds on small fish and crustaceans. Known for its schooling behavior, it is a popular target for anglers. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Mixed

Common depth

33 ft - 85 ft

IUCN Status

Endangered

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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Gray weakfish

Horry County Coast

17 in · 1 lb

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Gray weakfish

17 in · 1 lb 2 oz

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Gray weakfish

Horry County Coast

12 in · 1 lb

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Long Island Sound

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Hempstead Harbor

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Hempstead Harbor

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Gray weakfish

Surfside Beach

9 in · 3 oz

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