Author: Cuvier, 1833
FBname: Yellow jack
Comments: Adults prefer offshore reefs (Ref. 9710) and open marine waters (Ref. 26938).  Juveniles often found near the shore on seagrass beds or often associated jellyfish or floating <i>Sargassum</i> (Ref. 5217).  Generally solitary but sometimes seen in small groups (Ref. 26235).  They feed on small fishes (Ref. 26235).  Spawning occurs offshore from February to October (Ref. 26938).  Flavor considered fair to good (Ref. 5521).