Pinfish

Lagodon rhomboides

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 8 inches

Similar species

Spottail pinfish, D. holbrookii (has dark spot on caudal peduncle); pigfish, O. chrysoptera (no incisor-like teeth; mouth ends below front nostril) Size: Usually less than 8 inches

Appearance

Body silvery, with blue and yellow stripes and yellow fins
Large, dark spot behind the gill cover
Mouth is small with incisor-like teeth
Sharp spines on dorsal and anal fins

Habitat

Coastal waters near structure; may enter freshwater.

Behavior

Feed on small fishes and invertebrates; popular live bait.

Additional information

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Sources

Managed by: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

FWC Wildlife Habitats Profile (FL)