The Brazilian mojarra (Eugerres brasilianus) is a saltwater fish of the family Gerreidae that grows up to 50 cm.
Description
The Brazilian mojarra is a mojarra from coastal, estuarine and fresh water of the western Atlantic, along the coasts of Central and South America. The species grows to about 50 cm and has a deep, laterally compressed, silvery body with a far-protrusible mouth. As a bottom-dweller it searches over sand and mud bottoms and in mangroves for small crustaceans, worms and molluscs, which it sucks from the bottom with its protrusible mouth. It is a local food fish. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Brazilian mojarra?
The Brazilian mojarra has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Brazilian mojarra live?
The Brazilian mojarra lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Brazilian mojarra get?
The Brazilian mojarra grows to a maximum of about 50 cm. On average the species is around 20 cm.
Is the Brazilian mojarra dangerous to humans?
No, the Brazilian mojarra is harmless to humans.
Is the Brazilian mojarra edible?
Yes, the Brazilian mojarra is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Eugerres
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