Black curbinata
📖 Overview
Occurs mainly in estuaries although it is rather rare . Occupies the same biotope as Plagioscion squamosissimus but its frequency of capture is notably less . Juveniles feed on insect larvae and crustaceans like copepods and decapods while adults feed essentially on fish. Easily caught during breeding season . An important foodfish.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Black curbinata is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Black curbinata is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Amazon, Orinoco, and rivers of Guianas.
🌿 Ecology
insect larvae and crustaceans like copepods and decapods while adults feed essentially on fish
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Black curbinata is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Black curbinata is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Black curbinata has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔬 Full Nutritional Profile
Per 100g - Raw, per 100g - Source: USDA FoodData Central templates (lean white fish average)
📊 Population Dynamics
| Year | Region | Index | Notes |
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🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corvina monacantha | Cope | 1867 | Synonym |
| Johnius auratus | Castelnau | 1855 | Synonym |
| Plagioscion auratus iquitensis | Nakashima | 1941 | Synonym |
| Plagioscion monacanthus | Cope | 1867 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 18 records indexed .
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