Marine Life
What Divers Should Know About Pompano
Learn all about the Pompano, including dynamic specs, encounter highlights, habitats, and the best dive sites to find them.
Scientific Name
Trachinotus ovatus
Size
30–70 cm
Depth
0–50 m
Habitat
open water, sand
Conservation
Least concern (LC)
Danger Level
Harmless
Where You Can See Pompano
This map highlights the main regions where divers may encounter Pompano or where the species is commonly associated with suitable marine habitats. Actual sightings depend on local dive sites, season, visibility, depth, and natural behaviour.
Atlantic
Asia Pacific
Mediterranean
Diver Notes
Encounter Highlights
Peaceful and curious, Pompano offer some of the most awe-inspiring encounters in the ocean.
Behavior
schooling, fast moving
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Dive Sites with Pompano
Discover 12 of 48 breathtaking locations where you can encounter this species.
United States
North Bayside Park Reef
United States
Sarasota Sportsman Reef, M-17
United States
Northern #29
United States
I-1, Lynn Silvertooth, Site #6
United States
MB 236
United States
Sarasota Sportsman Reef, M-17
Thailand
Artificial Reef
Indonesia
Jay's Cathedral
United States
I-1, Lynn Silvertooth, Site #39
Dominican Republic
Coral Garden
Croatia
Red Rocks
United States
The Eagle Shipwreck 75-110FT
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