Sheepshead Porgy
Calamus penna
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 3–87 m
- Max size: 46 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This porgy grazes soft and semi hard bottoms in clear reef country down to about 87 metres, while its young shelter in turtle grass beds. It reaches close to half a metre and reaches the table fresh or frozen, though larger ones can carry ciguatera.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Sparidae › Calamus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 159245.
FAQ
- How deep does the Sheepshead Porgy live?
- The Sheepshead Porgy (Calamus penna) is typically found at 3–87 m.
- Is the Sheepshead Porgy dangerous to divers?
- The Sheepshead Porgy is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Sheepshead Porgy get?
- The Sheepshead Porgy grows to about 46 cm.