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Family | Scientific Name | Author | Year | Common Name |
Rachycentridae | Rachycentron canadum | (Linnaeus) | 1766 | Cobia |
Rachycentron canadum
Unique Characters: Elongate and round in cross-section with a broad mouth and a flattened head. 6-9 short spines precede the second dorsal fin. Pectoral fins long and pointed; caudal fin is forked. Back and sides dark brown, with 2 sharply defined narrow, silvery bands; belly yellowish.
Similar Species: None
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