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Mojarra

Jenny mojarra

Eucinostomus gula

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Fun Facts

This species of fish can swim in marine and brackish (the mix of salt and fresh) water. 

Species Type:

Fishes

Common Name(s):

Jenny mojarra

Size:

The silver jenny commonly grows to lengths of 6 inches (15 centimeters).

Diet:

These fish eat benthic crustaceans like shrimp and crab, worms, scallops and mussels.

Range & Habitat:

In the western Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Sea, the silver jenny inhabits estuaries, beaches, heavily vegetated areas, coral reefs, sandy and rocky bottoms.

Details:

The silver Jenny is entirely silver in color. They have oval bodies, translucent fins and forked tails.