Jolthead Porgy
NameJolthead Porgy
Scientific NameCalamus bajonado
Common NamesJolthead Porgy, Bajonado
FamilySparidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)300
Max Size (Inches)30
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Groupers, Snappers, Grunts, Large Angelfish, Triggerfish (select species), Other large, robust marine fish
Description
The Jolthead Porgy is a large, silvery marine fish characterized by its deep body and blunt head. Found in the Western Atlantic, it inhabits sandy bottoms, seagrass beds, and coral reefs. This species is a robust predator, feeding on crustaceans, mollusks, and small fish.
