Where Does Mojarra Live?

Mojarra lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Mojarra

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow coastal waters, from the surf zone to depths of about 50 meters (164 feet).

Environment

Inhabits sandy bottoms, muddy flats, seagrass beds, mangrove estuaries, and sometimes coral reefs. They are often found in brackish waters of estuaries and lagoons.

Geographic range

Western Atlantic Ocean, from the coast of New Jersey (USA) south to Brazil, including the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea. Also found in the Eastern Pacific from Baja California to Peru.

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