Como identificar Pescada-dourada

Para identificar Pescada-dourada (Genyatremus luteus), observe estas características principais.

Características físicas

Formato do corpo

compressed

Coloração

The body is generally silvery-grey to yellowish-brown dorsally, fading to silvery-white ventrally. A distinctive feature is the bright yellow coloration on the pectoral, pelvic, and anal fins, and often on the caudal fin. Juveniles may exhibit faint vertical bars or spots that fade with age. The inside of the mouth is typically bright orange or yellow.

Tipo de escama

ctenoid

Posição da boca

terminal

Características distintivas

Bright yellow fins (pectoral, pelvic, anal, and often caudal), Orange or yellow coloration inside the mouth, Large, thick lips, Deeply notched dorsal fin, Robust, compressed body

Nadadeira dorsal

Single dorsal fin, deeply notched, with 12-13 spines and 11-13 soft rays. The spinous portion is longer than the soft-rayed portion.

Nadadeira caudal

Caudal fin is emarginate to slightly forked.

Nadadeira peitoral

Pectoral fins are relatively long and pointed, typically bright yellow.

Nadadeiras características

Pelvic and anal fins are also bright yellow. Anal fin has 3 spines and 8-9 soft rays.

Dicas de identificação

1. 1

   Fin Coloration

   The most reliable identifier is the vivid yellow coloration of the pectoral, pelvic, and anal fins, and often the caudal fin. This is a key distinguishing feature from other grunt species.

2. 2

   Mouth Interior

   The bright orange or yellow color inside the mouth is a unique characteristic for Genyatremus luteus.

3. 3

   Body Shape and Size

   A robust, compressed body, typically reaching up to 30-40 cm (12-16 inches) in total length, though larger specimens up to 50 cm (20 inches) have been recorded. The maximum reported weight is around 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs).

4. 4

   Lateral Line

   The lateral line is complete and smoothly curved, with 48-52 scales.

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