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Redfish

Drum & Croaker

Redfish

Sciaenops ocellatus

SaltwaterSciaenidaeLeast Concern

About

Redfish, also known as red drum, are characterized by their copper-bronze color and one or more distinctive black spots near the tail. They are bottom-feeding fish that are known for their strong fighting ability when caught.

Average size
Typically 20-45 inches, 5-30 lbs, but can grow much larger.
Colors
Copper-bronze with a white belly and black spots near the tail.
Diet
Juveniles feed on crustaceans and small fish; adults consume larger fish, crabs, and shrimp.
Region
Atlantic and Gulf Coasts of the United States, from Massachusetts to Texas.

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