Names
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The queenfish is commonly known as 'queenie','skinny fish','skinny' or whitefish.Their scientic name is Chorinemus Lysan.
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Description
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The queenfish is a long and is laterally-compressed fish.They have green backs and their sides are usually white or silver.Theres also a series of dark blotches along its side.
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Size
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The common weights of the queenfish are from 1-7kgs but they can grow up to weights of 10-15kgs.
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Habits
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They travel both in groups and alone.They prefer slightly discoloured or green water and warm water.Their source of food are mullet,anchovy,garfish,small fishes,mudskippers,prawns and squid.
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Fishing
Techniques
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They can be caught on lures,live bait,fish strips and dead baits.A trace of heavy mono or wire may be used.
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Eating
Qualities
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They have firm white meat but are a bit dry.They should be put on ice once caught. But smaller queenfishes do not have much meat so it is advisable to release smaller ones.Queenfishes are nomally released.
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