Species Facts
Science Name:
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Seriola fasciata
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Other Names:
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Amberjack
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Description
Olive green or brownish black and silver sides; dark band (variably present)
extends upward from eye; juveniles have split or wavy bars on sides;
proportionately larger eye and deeper body than greater amberjack.
Where to Find
Florida
Habitat
Nearshore and Offshore, apparently living deeper than other Seriola (commonly
180 - 410 feet deep).
Feeding Habits
Adults eat fish and squid.
Tips for Fishing
There are many ways to catch amberjack. The most consistent is fishing with live
bait. Most small fish can be used for bait. Commonly used are croaker, spot,
gray trout, and pigfish. Take a variety of species and sizes if you can. Make
sure that they are legal. Sometimes amberjack can be very selective eaters. Day
in and day out, medium croakers are a good choice.