Como identificar Pampo

Para identificar Pampo (Trachinotus africanus), observe estas características principais.

Características físicas

Formato do corpo

compressed

Coloração

Adults typically exhibit a silvery-grey body, often with a darker dorsal surface and lighter ventral side. Juveniles are distinctly marked with several large, dark, oval spots (usually 3-5) along the lateral line, which fade with age. The fins can be dusky or yellowish, especially the caudal fin.

Tipo de escama

cycloid

Posição da boca

terminal

Características distintivas

Deeply compressed, oval-shaped body., Small, embedded scales., Forked caudal fin with pointed lobes., Absence of scutes on the lateral line (a key differentiator from many other Carangids)., Juveniles possess prominent dark spots on their flanks.

Nadadeira dorsal

Two dorsal fins; the first with 6-7 short, stout spines, the second with 1 spine and 18-20 soft rays. The anterior rays of the second dorsal fin are elongated, forming a sickle-like shape.

Nadadeira caudal

Deeply forked, with long, pointed lobes.

Nadadeira peitoral

Long and falcate (sickle-shaped), typically reaching beyond the origin of the anal fin.

Nadadeiras características

Anal fin with 2 detached spines followed by 1 spine and 16-18 soft rays, similar in shape to the second dorsal fin. Pelvic fins are relatively small.

Dicas de identificação

1. 1

   Body Shape

   Look for a very deep, laterally compressed body, giving it a disc-like appearance, especially in larger individuals.

2. 2

   Coloration (Juveniles)

   The presence of 3-5 prominent, dark, oval spots along the lateral line is a definitive characteristic for juveniles. These spots fade in adults.

3. 3

   Fins

   Note the long, falcate pectoral fins and the deeply forked caudal fin with pointed lobes. The anterior rays of the second dorsal and anal fins are elongated.

4. 4

   Lateral Line

   Observe the lateral line for the absence of scutes (bony plates), which distinguishes it from many other Carangid species.

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