Appearance
- Body is silvery to brassy in color, with a bluish tint
- Front of head is brown
- Head rounded, not projecting
- Blue line present below each eye
- Corner of mouth is orange
Similar Species: Red porgy, P. pagrus (has round rear nostrils); other porgy species
Size: Up to 24 inches
Habitat
Coastal waters to 45 m (150 ft.). They range from Rhode Island to Bermuda, and from the northern Gulf of Mexico to Brazil.
Behavior
Feed mainly on invertebrates.
Additional Information
State Record: This species is not currently eligible for a state record.
Fishing Tips and Facts: Regarded as a good fish, but may cause ciguatera.
Image Credit: © Diane Rome Peebles