Knobbed porgy
📖 Overview
Knobbed porgy (Calamus nodosus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Sparidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 54.4 cm. It occurs at depths between 7 and 90 metres. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Valued as a sport fish.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Knobbed porgy is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Knobbed porgy is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Sex change occurs at 30-50 cm TL.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 7 - 90 m . Subtropical; 37°N - 18°N, 98°W - 73°W North Carolina to southern Florida in the USA and the entire Gulf of Mexico.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🎣 Angling Guide
- medium-heavy 7ft spinning rod
- 30-50 lb braid
- fluorocarbon leader
- grass flats
- oyster bars
- marsh drains
- deeper channel edges
Use barbless hooks, minimise air exposure, and revive fish head-first in current before release.
⚠️ Slot limits protect breeding-size fish. Verify daily bag limits.
📊 Population Dynamics
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🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | knobbed porgy |
| 🌍CES | pražman rifový |
| 🇫🇷French | Daubenet Bouton |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | Majarrón Pecoso · Mojarra tigre · mojarrón pecoso · Pluma Botón |
| 🇨🇳Chinese | 瘤突蘆鯛 |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 7 records indexed .
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