Cambucu

Descrição

Centropomus parallelus, commonly known as the Fat Snook or Cambucu, is a species of marine and estuarine fish belonging to the family Centropomidae. It is characterized by its elongated body, prominent lower jaw, and a distinctive lateral line that extends onto the caudal fin. This species is highly valued in commercial and recreational fisheries due to its palatable flesh and fighting qualities. It exhibits a euryhaline nature, thriving in a range of salinities from freshwater to full marine environments, often migrating between these habitats during its life cycle.

Características físicas

Formato do corpo

elongated

Coloração

Generally silvery-gray to olive-green dorsally, fading to silvery-white ventrally. The lateral line is distinctly dark. Fins are typically dusky or yellowish.

Tipo de escama

ctenoid

Posição da boca

superior

Características distintivas

Prominent, prognathous lower jaw extending beyond the upper jaw., Lateral line extends conspicuously onto the caudal fin., Two distinct dorsal fins, the first with 8 spines and the second with 1 spine and 10-12 soft rays., Anal fin with 3 spines and 6-8 soft rays, with the second anal spine being notably longer and thicker than the third., Pectoral fins are relatively short., Pelvic fins are thoracic.

Nadadeira dorsal

Two dorsal fins; the first with 8 strong spines, the second with 1 spine and 10-12 soft rays. The first dorsal fin is typically higher than the second.

Nadadeira caudal

Moderately forked caudal fin, with the lateral line extending prominently onto it.

Nadadeira peitoral

Short and rounded, positioned low on the body.

Nadadeiras características

Anal fin has 3 spines and 6-8 soft rays, with the second anal spine being significantly longer and stouter than the third. This is a key diagnostic feature.

Dicas de identificação

Habitat

Tipo de água

brackish

Profundidade

Typically found in shallow coastal waters, estuaries, lagoons, and mangrove-lined creeks, from surface to about 20 meters (65 feet).

Ambiente

Prefers turbid waters with soft bottoms (mud or sand) and abundant submerged vegetation or mangrove roots for cover. Often found in areas with fluctuating salinity.

Distribuição geográfica

Western Atlantic Ocean, from southern Florida (USA) and the Gulf of Mexico, throughout the Caribbean Sea, and along the coast of Central and South America down to southern Brazil.

Informações sobre aquário

• Nível de cuidado: advanced
• Temperamento: semi-aggressive
• Alimentação: carnivore
• Tamanho mínimo do aquário: 500 gallons (for adults)
• Temperatura: 24-28°C (75-82°F)
• Nível de pH: 7.5-8.5
• Dureza da água: 10-25 dKH
• Compatibilidade: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with other large, robust, and similarly sized brackish or marine fish. Avoid small tank mates as they will be prey.
• Requisitos especiais: Requires a large tank with ample swimming space and excellent filtration. A brackish setup is ideal, but they can adapt to full marine conditions if acclimated slowly. Provide hiding spots with rocks or driftwood. They are sensitive to poor water quality.

Informações no ambiente natural

• Estado de conservação: least concern
• Sazonalidade: Spawning typically occurs during warmer months, often from late spring to early autumn, varying by geographic location. Fishing regulations often reflect these spawning periods.
• Preço de mercado: Varies significantly by region and size, often considered a premium fish.
• Importância comercial: high
• Sabor: Mild, sweet, and delicate
• Textura: Flaky, firm, and white
• Métodos de preparo: Grilled, Baked, Pan-fried, Steamed, Ceviche
• Valor nutricional: Excellent source of lean protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and various vitamins and minerals.

Fatos principais

Espécies similares

Classificação científica

Reino

Animalia

Filo

Chordata

Classe

Actinopterygii

Ordem

Centropomiformes

Família

Centropomidae

Gênero

Centropomus

Espécie

Centropomus parallelus

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