Littlehead Porgy

Calamus proridens

Littlehead Porgy

A porgy of sponge and coral bottoms, the littlehead spends its time picking invertebrates from the seabed. It reaches close to half a metre and carries the deep bodied, blunt headed build typical of its family.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Sparidae › Calamus

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 275973.

FAQ

How deep does the Littlehead Porgy live?
The Littlehead Porgy (Calamus proridens) is typically found at to 59 m.
Is the Littlehead Porgy dangerous to divers?
The Littlehead Porgy is harmless to divers.
How big does the Littlehead Porgy get?
The Littlehead Porgy grows to about 46 cm.