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Pompano

Trachinotus ovatus · Sea

Silvery, fast-moving surf fish of warmer coasts, excellent to eat.

Pompano (Trachinotus ovatus)

Photo: Etrusko25, Public domain, Wikimedia Commons

Facts

Best months

Jun–Oct. Northern hemisphere; shift by six months south of the equator.

Typical size25–35 cm · record about 50 cm
DietSmall fish, crustaceans
RegionsEuropeAfrica
Catching tip. Small baited hooks or jigs along sandy surf.

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