Cayenne Pompano
Trachinotus cayennensis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: to 70 m
- Max size: 60 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A pompano of coastal sand and mud bottoms and river mouths, with juveniles sheltering in estuaries. It spawns in summer, releasing floating eggs, grows to around 60 centimetres, and makes good fresh eating.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Carangiformes › Carangidae › Trachinotus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 273289.
FAQ
- How deep does the Cayenne Pompano live?
- The Cayenne Pompano (Trachinotus cayennensis) is typically found at to 70 m.
- Is the Cayenne Pompano dangerous to divers?
- The Cayenne Pompano is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Cayenne Pompano get?
- The Cayenne Pompano grows to about 60 cm.