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Cobia

Rachycentron canadum

Cobia (Rachycentron canadum)Common
Fishcarnivore

The cod is a ray-finned fish found in marine waters, known for its sleek body and importance in fisheries. It's the sole member of its genus and family, making it quite unique. People sometimes call it black kingfish or lemonfish, among other names.

  • It's the only living species in its entire family.
  • This fish goes by many names, including black salmon and crabeater.
  • Its body shape is built for swift swimming in open water.
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At a glance

Classification
Fish
Scientific name
Rachycentron canadum
Habitat
Ocean
Regions in this directory
Worldwide
Diet
carnivore
Relative size
large
IUCN Red List
Least Concern (LC)
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