A small marine fish species belonging to the mojarra family, native to tropical and subtropical marine environments in the western Atlantic Ocean.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Coastal marine waters, estuaries, and shallow marine environments with sandy or muddy substrates, typically found in depths ranging from 1-30 meters
Ecological Role
Plays a crucial role in marine food webs as a prey species for larger predatory fish, contributes to coastal ecosystem dynamics
Morphology
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SKIN COAT
Smooth, reflective scales with silvery-white to translucent appearance
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LIMBS WINGS
Small, streamlined fins with typical perciform configuration
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HEAD SENSORY
Relatively large eyes, terminal mouth with slight upward orientation, adapted for surface feeding
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BODY STRUCTURE
Elongated, laterally compressed body with silvery-white coloration, average length 15-25 cm
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: NOAA\NMFS\Mississippi Laboratory
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