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The bonefish, Albula vulpes, is a shallow-water fish found in warm coastal regions worldwide. Recognizable by its silvery body and elongated shape, it inhabits sandy and muddy bottoms of estuaries and bays. This species is prized in sport fishing for its speed and fighting ability.
Length
~40" (max 79)
Weight
~2" (max 6)
Water
Salt, brackish
Water Temp
20-29° F
Depth
2 ft
Crabs
Loco Bugg Jig
Shrimp
VMC Tungsten Fly JigAlways open
Catch and release only
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Multiple Hooks
Found in shallow coastal waters, estuaries, and bays
Prefers sandy and muddy bottoms
Often forms schools, with larger individuals being solitary
Feeds on benthic worms, crustaceans, and mollusks
Spawning occurs in open waters
Eggs are pelagic, floating freely in the water
Juveniles inhabit shallow waters, gradually moving deeper as they mature
Adults exhibit seasonal migrations for feeding and spawning
