A marine teleost fish species belonging to the Sparidae family, characterized by human-like molar teeth and distinctive silvery-gray coloration with vertical black bars.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Coastal marine environments along the Atlantic coast of North and South America, including estuaries, bays, and near-shore rocky or structured areas with depths ranging from 0-10 meters
Ecological Role
Important mid-level predator in coastal marine ecosystems, controlling invertebrate populations and serving as prey for larger marine predators
Morphology
SKIN COATSilver-gray base coloration with 5-7 vertical black bars, providing camouflage in rocky and structured marine environments
LIMBS WINGSStrong, muscular fins with pointed dorsal and pectoral fins for precise maneuverability
HEAD SENSORYLarge mouth with distinctive human-like molar teeth, adapted for crushing hard-shelled prey like mollusks and crustaceans
BODY STRUCTURERobust, laterally compressed body with average length of 0.3-0.6 meters, weight approximately 2-4 kg
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration
