Western Atlantic Seabream
Archosargus rhomboidalis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–40 m
- Max size: 33 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A deep bodied seabream of the western Atlantic, it forages over muddy mangrove channels and weedy sand for small clams, crustaceans and plant matter. It strays into brackish water and sometimes turns up on coral reefs near mangroves, down to about 40 metres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Sparidae › Archosargus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 159239.
FAQ
- How deep does the Western Atlantic Seabream live?
- The Western Atlantic Seabream (Archosargus rhomboidalis) is typically found at 1–40 m.
- Is the Western Atlantic Seabream dangerous to divers?
- The Western Atlantic Seabream is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Western Atlantic Seabream get?
- The Western Atlantic Seabream grows to about 33 cm.