Irish Pompano

Irish Pompano

Diapterus auratus
Irish Pompano

Average Weight/Length

Averages less than a pound.

Other "Popular" Names for this Fish

Mojarra, Shad, Punchmouth

Location Habitat

Shallow water with mud or sand bottom. Likes quiet bays and coastal streams. Inhabits shallow coastal waters, especially in mangrove-lined creeks and lagoons, but also found on vegetated sand grounds in typical marine areas. Young more widespread than adults. Feeds on bottom-dwelling invertebrates.

Biology & Physical Description

Body deep and compressed; second spine of dorsal and anal fins very long and strong. The mouth can be extended outward and downward. Color is greenish or grayish above, silvery below.

Geographic Species Map (Fishbase.org Map)

Summary of Distribution: Western Atlantic: USA (Florida and North Carolina) and Greater Antilles to São Paulo, Brazil

Note: Distribution range colors indicate degree of suitability of habitat which can be interpreted as probabilities of occurrence (fishbase.org)

Sport Fishing Techniques

Trawling

Trawling is when....

Tackle & Baits

Light or ultralight spinning outfits. Cut shrimp is best bait.

Game Rating

Game Rating : 7/10

Game Description :

Fun on light line.

Food Rating

Game Rating : 7.5/10

Game Description :

A good panfish. Consumed fresh.

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