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Dorada

Meet the Dorada, a fish that shines like gold and swims in the ocean's sunny spots!

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La Ciudad Dorada

La Ciudad Dorada

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La hora dorada, un buen momento para pasear
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José Maligno Torres con la medalla dorada en los JJOO 2024 2 (cropped)
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Máscara Dorada CMLL World Welterweight Champion
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Develación de las letras doradas “2015, Centenario de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana” en el Salón de Sesiones “Soberana Convención Revolucionaria de Aguascalientes”
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La Estupa Dorada, Wat Phrat That Doi Suthep, Chiang Mai, Tailandia
Águila dorada - Golden Eagle - Aquila chrysaetos
Costa Dorada

Key Facts

Scientific Name
Sparus aurata.
Habitat
Coastal waters of the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea.
Diet
Carnivore - eats crustaceans, mollusks, and small fish.
Size
Can grow up to 3 feet long and weigh about 25 pounds.
Fun Fact
They have a distinctive gold band on their forehead, looking like a crown!

Meet the Golden Fish!

Imagine a fish that looks like it's covered in gold! That's the Dorada! These fish are super shiny and have a special spot on their head that looks like a little crown. They love to swim in the warm, sunny parts of the ocean, especially near the coast where they can find yummy food. They are like little treasures swimming in the sea!

What's for Dinner?

Doradas are picky eaters! They love to munch on small sea creatures like crabs, shrimp, and mussels. They have strong jaws and teeth that are perfect for crunching through shells. It's like they have their own built-in nutcracker! They spend their days searching for these tasty snacks along the ocean floor and among the rocks.

Where Do They Live?

You can find Doradas swimming in the Atlantic Ocean, from places like the United Kingdom all the way down to South Africa. They also hang out in the Mediterranean Sea, which is a big, beautiful sea between Europe and Africa. They prefer to stay close to land, in water that isn't too deep, where they can easily find their favorite foods.

A Fishy Family!

Doradas are part of a big fish family called sea breams. They are known for their beautiful golden color and the little hump on their head. Sometimes, people catch Doradas to eat because they are very tasty! They are important for the ocean and for people who enjoy seafood.

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