🌿Native Nature

Florida Pompano

Trachinotus carolinus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Carangiformes ›Family: Carangidae ›Genus: Trachinotus

About

The Florida pompano (Trachinotus carolinus) is a species of marine fish in the Trachinotus (pompano) genus of the family Carangidae. It has a compressed body and short snout; coloration varies from blue-greenish silver on the dorsal areas and silver to yellow on the body and fins. It can be found along the western coast of the Atlantic Ocean, depending on the season, and is popular for both sport and commercial fishing. Most Florida pompano caught weigh...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Florida Pompano?
The scientific name of Florida Pompano is Trachinotus carolinus.
What kingdom does Florida Pompano belong to?
Florida Pompano belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Florida Pompano belong to?
Florida Pompano belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Florida Pompano belong to?
Florida Pompano belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Florida Pompano belong to?
Florida Pompano belongs to the order Carangiformes.
What family does Florida Pompano belong to?
Florida Pompano belongs to the family Carangidae.
What genus does Florida Pompano belong to?
Florida Pompano belongs to the genus Trachinotus.