Irish Pompano

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Name:	Irish Pompano
Scientific Name:	Diapterus auratus
Family:	Mojarras
Scientific Family:	Gerreidae
Source:	WoRMS AphiaID 159726
Size:	4 - 8 in.
Depth Range:	Various depths (0 – 130 ft.)
Sightings:	Seen rarely

The Irish Pompano is silver with a green tint along its back and may show purple reflections. Its spiny dorsal fin has a dark edge. The second spines of both the dorsal and anal fins are long and strong.

The Irish Pompano can be found in sheltered coastal areas and brackish mangrove pools and channels.