Corbina

Corbina is a term that can refer to different subjects depending on the context. It is most commonly associated with a species of fish found in the coastal waters of the eastern Pacific Ocean.

Fish

The California corbina (Menticirrhus undulatus) is a species of marine fish in the family Sciaenidae, commonly known as the drum family. This fish is found along the coast of California and Baja California, and it is a popular target for recreational fishing.

Description

The California corbina has a slender, elongated body with a silvery-gray coloration. It can grow up to 24 inches in length and weigh up to 6 pounds. The fish is known for its distinctive barbel, a whisker-like organ located on its lower jaw, which it uses to detect prey in the sandy ocean floor.

Habitat

California corbina are typically found in shallow coastal waters, often in the surf zone. They prefer sandy or muddy bottoms where they can forage for food. These fish are known to inhabit areas from the intertidal zone to depths of around 60 feet.

Diet

The diet of the California corbina consists mainly of small invertebrates such as crustaceans, mollusks, and worms. They use their barbels to sense and locate prey buried in the sand.

Reproduction

California corbina spawn during the summer months. Females release eggs into the water column, which are then fertilized by males. The eggs hatch into larvae, which eventually develop into juvenile fish.

Related Pages

• Sciaenidae
• Recreational fishing
• California
• Baja California
• Marine biology