Gerres cinereus

Various fishes

  • Yellowfin mojarra
  • Gelbflossen-Mojarra; Gelbflossen-Silberling
  • Blanche cendrée
  • Mojarra blanca;Chavela

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic
  • The tropical Pacific

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
  • The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
  • The species can be found between 1 and 15 Meters.
  • Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

  • The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 45 cm
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.

Relationship with humans

  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food