Where Does Atlantic Menhaden Live?

Atlantic Menhaden lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Atlantic Menhaden

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Primarily pelagic in coastal waters, typically from the surface down to about 50 meters (164 feet).

Environment

Coastal marine waters, estuaries, and bays. They are often found in large, dense schools near the surface, particularly in areas with high plankton productivity.

Geographic range

Western Atlantic Ocean, from Nova Scotia, Canada, south to northern Florida, USA. Most abundant from North Carolina to New England.

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