Banded Rudderfish (Seriola zonata)

Also known as Amberfish, Banded Mackerel, Greater Amberjack, Jackfish, Pilotfish, Rudderfish, Shark Pilot, Slender Amberjack, Trevally

Description

Also known as Amberfish, Banded Mackerel, Greater Amberjack, Jackfish, Pilotfish, Rudderfish, Shark Pilot, Slender Amberjack, Trevally.

Found close to the bottom in coastal waters, over the continental shelf.
They feed on fish and shrimps.
Length - 75cm
Depth - 3-360m
Widespread Western Atlantic, Caribbean

Jacks are fast swimming fish that can roam over great distances. The larger fish hunt other fish and the smaller fish eat zooplankton. In turn they are hunted by large Tuna and Dolphins. Ref: https://www.fishbase.se/summary/1008

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