A trophy for sport fishermen, but very rarely appreciated in cuisine. The classic fish that "is worth more alive." It has dark flesh and many bones. It can grow to over 2 meters in length and weigh 150 kg, however, some predatory fishermen catch juveniles weighing 50-80 grams and sell them as sardines. It is on the list of endangered species, therefore, we do not recommend it!
General information
General characteristics
In 2019, this fish was included in Ibama Ordinance 445, which recognizes species of fish and aquatic invertebrates in Brazilian fauna as ENDANGERED. An interesting characteristic of this species is its ability to fill its swim bladder with air, like a primitive lung. Through this ability, the fish can live in waters with low oxygen.
Location and habitat
Specific: Costa Negra (CE)
Generic: Northeast Coast, Costa Dourada
Scientific and other names
Megalops atlanticus; Pirapema, Pema, Camurupim
