Swallowtail Bass
Anthias woodsi
The Swallowtail Bass is a small, colorful reef fish belonging to the family Serranidae, found in deeper reef environments. It is notable for its forked, swallowtail-shaped caudal fin and vibrant coloration.
Swallowtail Bass at a glance
- Scientific name
- Anthias woodsi
- Typical size
- 3-6 inches, under 1 lb
- Water
- Saltwater
- Habitat
- Reef
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Uncommon
Habitat
Found in the western Atlantic Ocean, particularly around deep reef structures and ledges in Florida and the Caribbean. They tend to inhabit depths ranging from 60 to over 300 feet, congregating around hard bottom structures. They are rarely targeted by anglers due to their small size and deep-water habitat.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a swallowtail bass through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your photo, your personal best, and the exact conditions on the day. The app also carries the slot and season rules for wherever you are standing.
How the Fishdex™ worksSwallowtail Bass questions people ask
Swallowtail Bass is Anthias woodsi.
A typical swallowtail bass runs 3-6 inches, under 1 lb. Cobia records the length and weight of every swallowtail bass you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
Found in the western Atlantic Ocean, particularly around deep reef structures and ledges in Florida and the Caribbean. They tend to inhabit depths ranging from 60 to over 300 feet, congregating around hard bottom structures. They are rarely targeted by anglers due to their small size and deep-water habitat. It is a salt water species, filed under reef in the Fishdex.
Yes. Log one through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your own photo, your personal best, and the conditions on the day you caught it. The app also carries the slot limits and season dates for wherever you are standing. It is free.
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