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The sheepshead, Archosargus probatocephalus, is a marine fish that grows to 30 in (760 mm), but commonly reaches 10 to 20 in. It is deep and compressed in body shape, with 5 to 6 dark bars on the side of the body over a gray background. It has sharp

Sheepshead ( Archosargus probatocephalus) TPWD © Other Names Convict Fish Description Vivid black and white bars make the sheepshead or "convict fish" distinctive among fishes of the Texas coast. large sharp spines and a razor-edge

Sheepshead is a strange name (Archosargus probatocephalus is its official name) for a strange fish. Nevertheless they’re a sought after fish for their uniqueness and for their taste. Sheepsheads are great winter fishing in the New Orleans area