Fin's Fish Guide
The Blue bone porgy (Calamus bajonado) is a saltwater fish of the family Sparidae that grows up to 76 cm.
Description
The jolthead porgy is a porgy (Sparidae) from the western Atlantic Ocean. The species has a deep, robust, silvery body with a steep head profile and strong jaws with grinding and nodular teeth. It inhabits coastal waters on vegetated sand bottoms and especially on coral bottoms. With its powerful jaws it cracks hard-shelled prey such as molluscs, crabs and sea urchins. It is a valued sport and food fish. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blue bone porgy?
The Blue bone porgy has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Powerful grinding jaws for crushing hard-shelled prey; valued sport and food fish.
Where does the Blue bone porgy live?
The Blue bone porgy lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Western Atlantic; vegetated sand and coral bottoms of coastal waters.
How big does the Blue bone porgy get?
The Blue bone porgy grows to a maximum of about 76 cm. On average the species is around 54 cm.
Is the Blue bone porgy dangerous to humans?
The Blue bone porgy is venomous — handle spines with care and seek medical help after a sting if needed. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Blue bone porgy edible?
Yes, the Blue bone porgy is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Calamus
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