Atlantic pomfret facts for kids
The Atlantic pomfret (Brama brama), also called Ray's bream, is a type of ray-finned fish from the Bramidae family. You can find it in the Atlantic, Indian, and South Pacific Oceans. These fish live deep underwater, sometimes as far down as 1,000 meters (about 3,280 feet).
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| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Actinopterygii |
| Order: | Perciformes |
| Family: | Bramidae |
| Genus: | Brama |
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| Brama brama (Bonnaterre, 1788)
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About the Atlantic Pomfret
The Atlantic pomfret can grow to be quite large. Its length is usually between 40 and 100 centimeters (about 16 to 39 inches). In some places, like South Africa, people often call it "angelfish" when they sell it. However, it's important to know that it's not a true marine angelfish.
Where They Live and Travel
Atlantic pomfrets are known for their long journeys across the ocean. These trips, called migrations, mostly depend on the temperature of the water. If the water gets too cold or too warm, they will move to a different area. Other things, like how many other fish are in one place or the weather at the surface, can also affect their travels.
History in Irish Waters
The Atlantic pomfret was first seen in the waters around Ireland in 1843. For a long time, until the late 1950s, it was quite rare to spot them there. But then, between the 1960s and 1970s, many more of these fish started appearing in Irish waters. This shows how their populations can change over time.
See also
In Spanish: Brama brama para niños
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