Como identificar Pescada-branca

Para identificar Pescada-branca (Cynoscion leiarchus), observe estas características principais.

Características físicas

Formato do corpo

elongated

Coloração

Dorsal surface is typically greenish-gray to bluish-gray, fading to a bright silvery white on the flanks and belly. Fins are generally dusky or yellowish, sometimes with darker margins. No distinct spots or bars on the body.

Tipo de escama

ctenoid

Posição da boca

terminal

Características distintivas

Elongated, fusiform body, Large, oblique mouth extending to or beyond the posterior margin of the eye, Two prominent canine-like teeth at the tip of the upper jaw, Absence of barbels on the chin, Lateral line slightly arched anteriorly, then straight to the caudal fin

Nadadeira dorsal

Two dorsal fins; the first is spiny (8-11 spines), and the second is soft-rayed (1 spine, 20-24 soft rays). The two fins are distinctly separated.

Nadadeira caudal

Caudal fin is typically truncate to slightly emarginate.

Nadadeira peitoral

Pectoral fins are relatively long, reaching beyond the tip of the pelvic fins.

Nadadeiras características

Anal fin with 2 spines and 10-12 soft rays. Pelvic fins are thoracic.

Dicas de identificação

1. 1

   Body Shape and Coloration

   Look for the elongated, silvery body with a darker dorsal side. The lack of distinct spots or bars is a key feature.

2. 2

   Mouth and Teeth

   Observe the large, oblique mouth and the two prominent canine teeth in the upper jaw. This distinguishes it from many other sciaenids.

3. 3

   Dorsal Fins

   Note the two distinctly separated dorsal fins, with the first being spiny and the second soft-rayed.

4. 4

   Lateral Line

   The lateral line is slightly arched over the pectoral fin and then runs straight to the caudal fin.

Explore Pescada-branca