- Silvery or greenish-blue back, fading to silvery-yellow sides and belly
- Fins are yellow or dusky
- 5 to 6 chin pores
- Finely serrated preopercle (cheek bone)
- Lacks spots, large canine teeth and barbels on lower jaw
Similar Species: Sand seatrout, C. arenarius (has canine teeth and lacks chin pores)
Size: Up to 12 inches
Habitat & Range
Coastal waters; may enter freshwater
Life History
Spawning takes place in shallow, saline portions of bays and other inshore areas, peaking between May and September. Matures by second or third year (by 6 inches). Adults eat crustaceans and small fishes. May live to 6 years.
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State Record
This species is not currently eligible for a state record.
