Jolthead Porgy
Calamus bajonado
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 3–200 m
- Max size: 76 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A deep bodied porgy of coastal coral and vegetated sand bottoms, it grows to about three quarters of a metre and crushes sea urchins, crabs and molluscs with strong jaws. Large adults usually go about alone, and the species is rated an excellent food fish.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Sparidae › Calamus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 159241.
FAQ
- How deep does the Jolthead Porgy live?
- The Jolthead Porgy (Calamus bajonado) is typically found at 3–200 m.
- Is the Jolthead Porgy dangerous to divers?
- The Jolthead Porgy is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Jolthead Porgy get?
- The Jolthead Porgy grows to about 76 cm.