Queenfish

The queenfish is a species of fish in the family Sciaenidae, the drums and croakers. It is native to the eastern Pacific Ocean, where it occurs along the North American coastline from Oregon to Baja California; it has been recorded as far north as British Columbia.

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Local Names: Lapis, Marang, Lali, Puti-an, Kulangit, Saleng-saleng, Talapya, Talipa, Talupak, Lari

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They are found to inhabit coastal waters, frequently near reefs and offshore islands. Occasionally they are found in estuaries. They feed on fishes, cephalopods, small invertebrates and other pelagic prey.