Jolthead Porgy: Calamus bajonado

Appearance:

• Generally silvery to brassy, with a bluish cast
• Front of the head is brown, with a blue line along lower rim of eye; a whitish stripe below eye, and another between the eye and mouth
• Corner of mouth is orange
  

Habitat:

Jolthead porgy are found in coastal waters to 45 m (150 ft.).  They range from Rhode Island to Bermuda, and from the northern Gulf of Mexico to Brazil.

Behavior:

State Record:

This species is not currently eligible for a state record.

Fishing Tips and Facts:

Regarded as a good fish, but may cause ciguatera.

Additional Information:

Image Credit: Diane Rome Peebles