Also known as Whiting and Barb. Abundant off the coast of Florida and far as North Carolina ; uncommon near New York, and rarely seen off the shores of Massachusetts. Usual weight half to three pounds. Prized for its flavor. Gradually becoming rarer. The habits of the King-fish are little known. It enters lagoons and inlets, is partial to deep water, and bites freely.

For tackle use rod of from eight to ten feet; fine linen line, two hundred to three hundred feet; hook, Limerick Salmon No. 4, or Bass No. 6 ; leader of gut, three feet. Use swivel, sinker, and float. Bait, soft crab, shrimp, and shedder.