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The Cayenne pompano (Trachinotus cayennensis) is a brackish-water fish of the family Carangidae that grows up to 60 cm.
Description
The Cayenne pompano (Trachinotus cayennensis) is a laterally compressed jack of the family Carangidae from coastal waters of eastern South America. The species has a deep, silvery body with a deeply forked tail and reaches about 60 cm. Adults live over sand and mud bottoms in coastal waters and river mouths; juveniles often stay in estuaries. The diet consists of bottom invertebrates such as mollusks and crustaceans. Spawning usually occurs in summer and the eggs are pelagic. The species is a good food fish eaten fresh and is fished locally.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Cayenne pompano?
The Cayenne pompano has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Deep, silvery body with a deeply forked tail; good food fish.
Where does the Cayenne pompano live?
The Cayenne pompano lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Coastal waters and river mouths of eastern South America.
How big does the Cayenne pompano get?
The Cayenne pompano grows to a maximum of about 60 cm. On average the species is around 40 cm.
Is the Cayenne pompano dangerous to humans?
No, the Cayenne pompano is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Cayenne pompano edible?
The Cayenne pompano is rarely eaten.
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