John Dory and Similar Species
Zeus faber
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Mirror Dory
Zenopsis conchifer
Key differences: The Mirror Dory has a more silvery body coloration, lacks the prominent dark spot on the flank, and its dorsal spines are generally shorter and less filamentous than those of the John Dory.
Silver Dory
Cyttus australis
Key differences: The Silver Dory is typically smaller, has a more uniformly silvery body, and lacks the distinctive dark spot. Its body is also less extremely compressed than Zeus faber.
King Dory
Cyttus traversi
Key differences: The King Dory is generally larger and has a more elongated body shape compared to the John Dory. It also lacks the prominent lateral spot and has a more uniform silvery-pink coloration.
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