The Grass Porgy (*Calamus arctifrons*) is a small, bottom-dwelling fish found in the western Atlantic Ocean, particularly along the southeastern coast of the United States, the Gulf of Mexico, and the Caribbean Sea. Recognized by its silvery body with faint vertical bars and a slightly humped back, the Grass Porgy inhabits seagrass beds, reefs, and sandy bottoms, feeding on small invertebrates. While not a primary target of large-scale commercial fisheries, it is often caught as bycatch in mixed reef fish fisheries and is occasionally sought by recreational anglers for its mild flavor. The top countries involved in harvesting Grass Porgy include the United States (especially Florida), Cuba, and Mexico, where artisanal and small-scale commercial fisheries operate in coastal waters. In these regions, the species contributes modestly to local seafood markets, supporting both subsistence and small commercial operations within the broader snapper and porgy fisheries.
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Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.