Como identificar Bluefish

Para identificar Bluefish (Pomatomus saltatrix), observe estas características principais.

Características físicas

Formato do corpo

torpedo

Coloração

Dorsal side is typically greenish-blue to dark blue, fading to silvery-white on the flanks and belly. Fins are often dusky or yellowish.

Tipo de escama

cycloid

Posição da boca

terminal

Características distintivas

Robust, elongated, and somewhat compressed body., Large, prominent mouth with strong, sharp, conical teeth set in a single row on both jaws., Two dorsal fins, the first spiny and depressible into a groove, the second soft-rayed., Strongly forked caudal fin., A prominent black spot at the base of the pectoral fin.

Nadadeira dorsal

Two dorsal fins; the first with 7-8 strong spines, depressible into a groove; the second with 1 spine and 23-26 soft rays. The first dorsal fin is significantly shorter than the second.

Nadadeira caudal

Strongly forked, powerful caudal fin, indicative of a fast-swimming pelagic predator.

Nadadeira peitoral

Short, located low on the body, with a distinctive black spot at the base.

Nadadeiras características

Anal fin similar in shape and size to the second dorsal fin, with 2-3 spines and 23-27 soft rays. Pelvic fins are thoracic.

Dicas de identificação

1. 1

   Teeth

   Possesses a single row of sharp, conical teeth on both jaws, clearly visible when the mouth is open. This is a key differentiator from many other predatory fish.

2. 2

   Dorsal Fins

   Two distinct dorsal fins; the first is spiny and can be folded into a groove, while the second is soft-rayed and longer. The first dorsal fin is noticeably shorter than the second.

3. 3

   Pectoral Fin Spot

   A prominent black or dusky spot at the base of the pectoral fin is a reliable identifying mark.

4. 4

   Body Shape and Coloration

   Torpedo-shaped body, dark blue-green dorsally, silvery-white ventrally. This general appearance is characteristic of a fast-swimming pelagic predator.

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