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Grass Porgy

Calamus arctifrons
Managed by: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Regions
Florida
Protected status
None
Also known as
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Species Profile

Florida saltwater profile data (FWC). Availability and detail varies by species.

FWC
Size
Up to 10 inches
Similar species
Jolthead porgy, C. bajonado (has blue line below eye); other porgy species Size: Up to 10 inches
Appearance
  • Body is pale tan to silver, with a dark-olive back
  • Dark bar goes through eye to corner of mouth
  • Dark blotches on sides resemble bars and stripes
  • Prominent dark spot near beginning of lateral line
  • Dark V-shaped patch of color at base of caudal fin
Habitat
Coastal waters in seagrass beds.
Behavior
Feed mainly on invertebrates.
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