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Equetus punctatus

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Para identificar Spotted Drum (Equetus punctatus), observe estas características principais.

Características físicas

Formato do corpo
elongated
Coloração
The body is predominantly white or silvery-white with prominent dark brown to black bands. A distinctive broad dark band runs from the snout through the eye to the caudal fin base. Another dark band runs along the dorsal fin base. Numerous small, iridescent white spots are scattered over the dark bands and fins, giving it its 'spotted' moniker. The fins are generally dark with white spots.
Tipo de escama
ctenoid
Posição da boca
inferior
Características distintivas
Extremely tall, sail-like dorsal fin, particularly the anterior portion., Elongated, compressed body., Striking pattern of dark bands and white spots., Small, inferior mouth.
Nadadeira dorsal
Two dorsal fins; the first is very tall and sail-like with 10-11 spines, the second is much lower and longer with 1 spine and 36-40 soft rays. The first dorsal spine is often elongated.
Nadadeira caudal
Truncate to slightly emarginate caudal fin.
Nadadeira peitoral
Moderately sized, rounded pectoral fins.
Nadadeiras características
Pelvic fins are elongated and often dark with white spots, extending beyond the anus in juveniles and sometimes in adults.

Dicas de identificação

  1. 1

    Dorsal Fin

    The most striking feature is the extremely tall, sail-like first dorsal fin. This is a key differentiator from other drum species.

  2. 2

    Coloration Pattern

    The distinct pattern of broad dark bands interspersed with numerous small white spots is unique to Equetus punctatus. Pay attention to the band running through the eye.

  3. 3

    Mouth Position

    The small, inferior mouth is indicative of its benthic feeding habits, sifting through substrate.

  4. 4

    Pelvic Fins

    Elongated pelvic fins, especially in juveniles, can be a helpful identification cue.

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