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Palometa

Trachinotus goodei

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Fun Facts

These fish will gather in schools, or groups, near the shore.

Species Type:

Fishes

Common Name(s):

Palometa

Size:

On average, palometa grow to 14 inches (35 centimeters).

Diet:

Palometa eat marine worms, shrimp, crabs, bony fishes, squid, mussels and snails.

Range & Habitat:

Found in the Gulf of Mexico, Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea, palometa inhabit coastal reefs, estuaries, and areas with heavy vegetation.

Details:

Palometa are small silvery fish with dark black fins and shading along their forked tails.