The slender mojarra is a coastal fish distinguished by its compressed, elongated body and protrusible mouth. It inhabits the sandy bottoms of tropical and subtropical marine waters. Typically reaching about 6-8 inches in length and up to 0.5 pounds, it feeds on small invertebrates and exhibits schooling behavior, playing a significant role in its ecosystem's dynamic. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Slender mojarra
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