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Common Name:
Black Sea Bass
Scientific Name:
Centropristis striata
Categories:
Nearshore Saltwater Sportfish of New York
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Sizes:
0 in. -- 0 in.
Weights:
1 lbs. -- 10 lbs.
Stout-bodied fish, black sea bass have large pectoral and pelvic fins, and one long dorsal fin instead of seperate spiny and soft-rayed fins. Small bass occur in bays, while larger ones are found offshore. They are one of the most popular bottom-fish species of the northeast Atlantic Coast. They move inshore in spring, frequenting artificial reefs, wrecks, rocks and pilings. Sea bass eat a variety of bottom-dwelling species, including crabs, fishes, squids and worms. Anglers like their firm, white flesh, using bait such as squid or clams to catch them.