Fin's Fish Guide
The Lacandon mojarra (Eugerres mexicanus) is a freshwater fish of the family Gerreidae that grows up to 24 cm.
Description
The Mexican mojarra is a mojarra (Gerreidae) from Central America. Unlike most relatives this species lives exclusively in fresh water. It has a deep, laterally compressed, silvery body with a highly protrusible mouth. It inhabits rivers and lakes and with its protrusible mouth snaps small bottom animals, detritus and plant matter from the sediment. It is a local food fish. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Lacandon mojarra?
The Lacandon mojarra has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. The only mojarra that lives exclusively in fresh water; a far protrusible mouth for bottom foraging.
Where does the Lacandon mojarra live?
The Lacandon mojarra lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Central America; rivers and lakes (fresh water only).
How big does the Lacandon mojarra get?
The Lacandon mojarra grows to a maximum of about 24 cm.
Is the Lacandon mojarra dangerous to humans?
No, the Lacandon mojarra is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Lacandon mojarra edible?
Yes, the Lacandon mojarra is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Eugerres
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