Author: (Linnaeus, 1758)
FBname: Leerfish
Comments: Marine, coastal pelagic species (Ref. 57392).  Adults are found in coastal waters including estuaries.  Occasionally entering lower reaches of rivers like the Kunene and Orange Rivers in Namibia (Ref. 52863).  Juveniles often entering estuaries (Ref. 57392).  Feed mainly on fish; juveniles prefer crustaceans (Ref. 4332).  Eggs are pelagic (Ref. 4233).  Popular game fish (Ref. 3197).