Statements (62)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:fish
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Dr._Dolittle_2
|
| gptkbp:adaptation |
Surface feeding
|
| gptkbp:behavior |
Often found in schools
Jumping out of water |
| gptkbp:body_style |
Elongated body
|
| gptkbp:catch_rate |
Popular target for anglers
|
| gptkbp:color |
Silver with greenish back
|
| gptkbp:common_name |
gptkb:Silver_King
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| gptkbp:conservation_efforts |
Monitored by fisheries
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| gptkbp:conservation_status |
gptkb:Least_Concern
|
| gptkbp:cultural_events |
Tarpon fishing festivals
|
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
Popular in fishing culture
|
| gptkbp:diet |
Carnivorous
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| gptkbp:distribution |
gptkb:Atlantic_Ocean
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| gptkbp:environmental_impact |
Habitat loss, pollution
|
| gptkbp:family |
gptkb:Megalopidae
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| gptkbp:fins |
Lobed pectoral fins
|
| gptkbp:fishing_regulations |
Common in coastal areas
Catch and release Year-round in some areas Regulated in many areas Heavy tackle recommended Highly sought after by sport fishermen Catch limits in some areas Available in popular fishing locations Documented catches in various regions Fly fishing, bait fishing Peak seasons vary by location Popular in Florida, Texas, Caribbean Strong fighting fish Use of live bait or lures Variety of methods used by anglers |
| gptkbp:foraging_behavior |
Aggressive and territorial
|
| gptkbp:habitat |
Tropical and subtropical regions
Coastal waters Estuaries and mangroves |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
The Tarpon
|
| gptkbp:is_essential_for |
Sport fishing
|
| gptkbp:lifespan |
Up to 50 years
Complex life cycle with larval stage |
| gptkbp:local_economy |
Supports local fishing industries
|
| gptkbp:local_names |
Tarpon, Sabalo
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| gptkbp:migration |
Seasonal migration patterns
Follow currents and water temperatures |
| gptkbp:notable_recordings |
World record 286 pounds
|
| gptkbp:order |
gptkb:Elopiformes
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| gptkbp:predators |
gptkb:Sharks
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| gptkbp:related_species |
gptkb:Megalops_cyprinoides
|
| gptkbp:released |
Encouraged for conservation
|
| gptkbp:reproduction |
Spawning in saltwater
|
| gptkbp:research_focus |
Studied for ecological impact
|
| gptkbp:scales |
Large, shiny scales
|
| gptkbp:scientific_name |
gptkb:Megalops_atlanticus
|
| gptkbp:size |
Up to 8 feet
|
| gptkbp:species |
Not commonly farmed
Modified gills for air breathing |
| gptkbp:speed |
Fast swimmers
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| gptkbp:tourist_attraction |
Attracts fishing tourism
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| gptkbp:traded_on |
Kept in large aquariums
|
| gptkbp:weight |
Up to 280 pounds
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