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The Darkspot mojarra (Eucinostomus entomelas) is a brackish-water fish of the family Gerreidae that grows up to 23 cm.
Description
The dark-spot mojarra (Eucinostomus entomelas) is a silvery coastal fish of the family Gerreidae from the eastern Pacific. The species has a streamlined, shining silver body with a strongly protrusible mouth with which it sucks prey from the bottom, and usually bears a dark spot on the dorsal fin; it reaches about 23 cm. It lives over soft bottoms in coastal waters; juveniles stay in coastal lagoons and estuaries. It is an omnivore feeding on bottom invertebrates and lives in schools. The species is of limited local fishery importance and is sometimes landed as bycatch.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Darkspot mojarra?
The Darkspot mojarra has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Highly protrusible mouth for sucking prey from the bottom; dark blotch on the dorsal fin.
Where does the Darkspot mojarra live?
The Darkspot mojarra lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Coastal waters and lagoons of the eastern Pacific.
How big does the Darkspot mojarra get?
The Darkspot mojarra grows to a maximum of about 23 cm.
Is the Darkspot mojarra dangerous to humans?
No, the Darkspot mojarra 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 Darkspot mojarra edible?
The Darkspot mojarra is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Eucinostomus
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