Fishing for Squaretail kob

Argyrosomus thorpei

The Squaretail kob is a coastal fish known for its robust body and distinctive square-shaped tail. It typically reaches 20-30 inches in length and weighs up to 15 pounds. Preferring sandy and rocky substrates, it inhabits shallow waters. Its diet consists mainly of small fish and crustaceans. The Squaretail kob is a solitary predator, often active at dusk. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Endangered

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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