Synopsis of Biological Data on the Cobia 'Rachycentron canadum' (Pisces: Rachycentridae)

摘要

Information on the biology and fisheries of cobia, Rachycentron canadum, is compiled and reviewed in the FAO species synopsis style. Topics include taxonomy, morphology, distribution, reproduction, pre-adult and adult stages, food, growth, migration, population characteristics, and various aspects of exploitation. Data and information were obtained from unpublished as well as published sources.