Florida pompano

Carolina pompano
Photo Credit: © Diane Rome Peebles
Family Jacks, scads, and allies
Scientific Family Carangidae
Scientific Name Trachinotus carolinus
Spanish Name Palorneta común
ITIS# 168708
Tail shape Forked

Compressed body and short snout; coloration varies from blue-greenish silver on the dorsal areas and silver to yellow on the body and fins


Biology

Adults occur in coastal waters, commonly entering bays and estuaries. Juveniles found in sandy beaches exposed to wave action. They generally form small to large schools. They feed on mollusks, crustaceans and other invertebrates and small fish.

Appearance

Body Shape
Compressiform
Color
Main Color: Silver
Other Color: yellow
Common Body Shape
Flattened side to side


Pattern
None
Length
Avg Length: 16 inches (40 cm)
Max Length: 25 inches (64 cm)
Maximum Weight
8.2 lbs (3760 g)




Specifications

Handling Concerns
Harmless
Conservation Concerns
None
Range in USA
MA-TX


Abundance
Very Common


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