Pacific Flagfin Mojarra
Eucinostomus currani
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 10–60 m
- Max size: 21 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small silvery mojarra of soft coastal bottoms, it extends its jaws downward to sift food from the sand. Young fish shelter in estuaries, mangroves and tidal streams far up rivers while adults move into deeper water, and it feeds on plants, micro invertebrates and detritus.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Gerreidae › Eucinostomus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 276416.
FAQ
- How deep does the Pacific Flagfin Mojarra live?
- The Pacific Flagfin Mojarra (Eucinostomus currani) is typically found at 10–60 m.
- Is the Pacific Flagfin Mojarra dangerous to divers?
- The Pacific Flagfin Mojarra is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Pacific Flagfin Mojarra get?
- The Pacific Flagfin Mojarra grows to about 21 cm.