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Tripletail

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
Up to 42 inches
Appearance
  • Upper profile concave at nape
  • Elongated dorsal and anal fins give the illusion of three tails
  • Head and body typically has blotches of tan to yellow or dark brown
  • Edge of preopercle (cheek) very serrated
Habitat
Found in bays and estuaries to offshore waters. Associate strongly with floating objects such as buoys or channel markers.
Behavior
Found in Florida primarily during spring, summer and fall.
Additional information
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