Author: (Valenciennes, 1830)
FBname: Saucereye porgy
Comments: Adults are frequently found in coral areas, while the young prefer vegetated (e.g. <i>Thalassia</i>), sandy bottoms.  Feeds mainly on mollusks, worms, brittle stars, hermit crabs, crabs and sea urchins.  Easily approached (Ref. 9710).  Marketed fresh and frozen (Ref. 5217).