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    Species: Opsanus tau
    Has Successfully been bred and raised in captivity
    Reference: The Saltwater Aquarium in the Home - 4th edition. Robert P.L. Straughan. Also Schumman, as referenced in Fishbase
    Class: A
    Synonyms: Gadus tau, Opsanus cerapalus,
    Environment: Marine; reef-associated. Subtropical; 43°N - 25°N
    Size/Weight/Age: Max length : 43.2 cm TL male/unsexed; (Ref. 40637 ); max. published weight: 2,230 g (Ref. 40637 )
    Distribution: Western Atlantic: Cape Cod, Massachusetts to Florida in USA, straggling south to Miami in cold years.
    Description:
    Biology: Largely inhabits inshore water on rocky bottoms and reefs, jetties and wrecks. Frequently occurs among litter and tolerates polluted water. Becoming important as an experimental fish because of its size and hardiness. Has been reared in captivity (Ref. 35422 ).
    Data Sheet: http://www.fishbase.org/summary/speciessummary.php?id=3069l
    WoRMS: http://www.marinespecies.org/aphia.php?p=taxlist&tName=Opsanus tau
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