Mature during their first or second year. They have a prolonged inshore spawning season that extends through the spring and summer. Feeds mainly on small fish and shrimp.
Appearance: The body is pale with a tan or yellowish back fading to a silver or white belly | A pair of large canine teeth at tip of upper jaw | Inside of mouth is yellow | Lacks dark spots on back and barbels on lower jaw
Size: Up to 15 inches
Habitat: Coastal waters over sand bottoms in the Gulf of Mexico (rare in Atlantic waters.)
