Archosargus pourtalesii (Steindachner, 1881)
Blackspot porgy
photo by Allen, G.R.

Family:  Sparidae (Porgies)
Max. size:  35.6 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthopelagic; marine; depth range 3 - 30 m
Distribution:  Eastern Pacific: endemic to the Galapagos Islands. This species is related only to western Atlantic forms (Ref. 9227).
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Frequently encountered in bay areas.
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 16 September 2022 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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