Derbio
D-Gabelmakrele, Palometa; GB-Pompano; DK-Gaffelmakrel; PL-Glałka; LT-Europinis pompanas ; RU-Помпано; S-Pompano
Characters
1) 6 free standing spines in front of dorsal fin.
2) First spines of anal fin standing apart.
3) Dorsal fin, anal and caudal fins with black tips.
●) (Often) 3 to 5 black, oval spots along lateral line.
●) Colouration silver shining, with whitish gloom.
Usually 30 cm, max. up to 70 cm length.
Similar species
Atlantic horse-mackerel - with two dorsal fins.
Biology
Lives in smaller groups along the coast, in clear waters. Spawns in summer; eggs are layed in free water.Diet
Feeds on fish, crustaceans and snails.Importance
In southern Europe of commercial importance; in northern Europe without importance.Trachinotus ovatus
