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Family Rachycentridae, COBIA
Rachycentron Canadum
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Description: A Deep Sea Fishing gem. Cobia are a long, slim fish with broad depressed head; lower jaw projects past upper jaw; dark lateral stripe extends through eye to tail; first dorsal fin comprised of 7 to 9 free spines; when young, has conspicuous alternating black and white horizontal stripes. Food Value: Excellent. Very unique taste. Where found: Both INSHORE and NEARSHORE inhabiting inlets, bays, and among mangroves; frequently seen around bouys, pilings, and wrecks. Size: Common to 30 pounds. Florida Cobia Record: 103 lbs., 12 ozs. Cobia Fishing Techniques: Casting, Drifting, Still Fishing and Trolling. Remarks: Cobia spawn in spring and early summer; feeds on crabs, squid, and small fish. |
