Trachinotus rhodopus


The gafftopsail pompano is a species of jack in the family Carangidae. It is found in the eastern Pacific.

Distribution and habitat

Gafftopsail pompanos are found in the eastern Pacific. Their range extends from Zuma Beach in southern California to Peru and the Galapagos Islands. They are more common around the Gulf of California and Peru.

Description

The maximum size for this fish is but usually grows up to. It is diamond shaped with yellow fins. The colouration of this fish is silver.

Ecology

Diet

Trachinotus rhodopus feeds on invertebrates and fish.