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Tarpon Details

  • Water Type: saltwater
  • Latin Name: Megalops atlanticus
  • Common Names: Silver King
  • Water Temp: 26 degrees (C)
  • World Record: 283 lbs 4 ozs
  • Last Modified By: bassprochuck on 06/05/09 08:51 AM
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Tarpon Description

The tarpon, a spectacular large fish which rightly carries the name of Silver King, is unmistakable. Characteristics include large flat scales up to three inches in diameter, an elongated dorsal fin, falcate anal fin and large bony underslung jaw. (Source: www.tpwd.state.tx.us)

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