Fishing for Black sea bass

Centropristis striata

The black sea bass is a marine fish known for its dark, mottled coloration and robust body. It inhabits rocky reefs and coastal waters along the Atlantic coast. Averaging 10-20 inches and weighing 1-5 pounds, it feeds on crustaceans, mollusks, and smaller fish. This species is known for its territorial behavior and seasonal migrations. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Venomous

Source: Fishbase

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