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Lesser Amberjack

Seriola fasciata
Managed by: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Regions
Florida
Protected status
None
Also known as
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Species Profile

Florida saltwater profile data (FWC). Availability and detail varies by species.

FWC
Size
Usually less than 20 inches (10 pounds)
Similar species
Other jack species Size: Usually less than 20 inches (10 pounds)
Appearance
  • Olive green or brownish back and silver sides
  • Dark stripe from behind the eye to front of dorsal fin
  • Proportionately larger eye and deeper body than greater amberjack
  • Anal fin is about 2/3 the length of the second dorsal fin 21-24 gill rakers on each gill arch
  • Juveniles have split or wavy bars on sides
Habitat
Found nearshore and offshore. Typically found in deeper waters than other Seriola (commonly 180 - 410 feet deep).
Behavior
Smallest of the amberjacks. Believed to spawn offshore. Adults eat fish and squid.
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