Knobbed Porgy
Calamus nodosus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 7–90 m
- Max size: 54.4 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The knobbed porgy works hard bottoms in the western Atlantic, crushing prey with its strong jaws. A good food fish around half a metre long, it is taken on hook and line and in trawls.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Sparidae › Calamus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 159243.
FAQ
- How deep does the Knobbed Porgy live?
- The Knobbed Porgy (Calamus nodosus) is typically found at 7–90 m.
- Is the Knobbed Porgy dangerous to divers?
- The Knobbed Porgy is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Knobbed Porgy get?
- The Knobbed Porgy grows to about 54.4 cm.