Como identificar Atlantic Pomfret

Para identificar Atlantic Pomfret (Brama brama), observe estas características principais.

Características físicas

Formato do corpo

compressed

Coloração

Adults are typically dark grey to blackish-brown dorsally, fading to silvery-grey on the flanks and belly. Fins are dark. Juveniles may have a lighter, more silvery appearance.

Tipo de escama

ctenoid

Posição da boca

terminal

Características distintivas

Deep, laterally compressed body, Large eyes, positioned high on the head, Single, long dorsal fin extending almost the entire length of the back, Long anal fin, similar in shape to the dorsal fin, Strongly forked caudal fin, Prominent keels on the caudal peduncle (less pronounced in juveniles), Rough, ctenoid scales covering the body and parts of the head

Nadadeira dorsal

Single, long dorsal fin with 36-40 soft rays, originating above the pectoral fin base and extending almost to the caudal peduncle. No spines.

Nadadeira caudal

Deeply forked caudal fin, with stiff, pointed lobes.

Nadadeira peitoral

Long, falcate (sickle-shaped) pectoral fins, typically reaching beyond the origin of the anal fin.

Nadadeiras características

Pelvic fins are small, located thoracically, beneath the pectoral fin base. Anal fin is long, with 29-35 soft rays, mirroring the dorsal fin in shape and length.

Dicas de identificação

1. 1

   Body Shape

   Look for a very deep, compressed body profile, almost disc-like in larger individuals.

2. 2

   Fin Length

   Note the exceptionally long dorsal and anal fins that run along most of the body length.

3. 3

   Eye Size

   The eyes are notably large, indicative of its deep-water habitat and crepuscular/nocturnal feeding habits.

4. 4

   Coloration

   The dark, almost blackish-brown dorsal coloration contrasting with silvery sides is characteristic.

5. 5

   Caudal Fin

   The deeply forked tail is a key feature for identifying this fast-swimming pelagic predator.

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