The Knobbed Porgy is a marine fish characterized by its robust body and distinctive forehead bump. It typically inhabits rocky reefs and sandy bottoms in the western Atlantic. Reaching up to 18 inches and weighing around 4 pounds, it feeds on crustaceans and mollusks. Known for its solitary behavior, it occasionally forms small groups while foraging. This summary is AI generated
Water type
Common depth
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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