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Red Drum
Sciaenops ocellata

Common Names: redfish, channel bass
W. Atlantic Range: Massachusetts to Texas
  Red Drum
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The Red Drum is actually copper/brass in color, and is distinguised by a round spot near the base of the tail. Red Drum average 20 lbs. or less.

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