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Pompano

Trachinotus carolinus

Coasts: the Mid-Atlantic, the Southeast, the Keys, the Gulf

Season: Peak Mar–May, Oct–Nov

Typical size: 12-18 in, 1-5 lbs

Also called: Florida Pompano

A silver-and-yellow surf fish that roots in the wash for sand fleas; superb eating.


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