Trachinotus falcatus is a type of fish that is commonly found in the Caribbean Sea and the Western Atlantic Ocean. The fish is also known by various names, such as the Permit Fish, Southern Pompano, and Tackle-buster. These names are often used interchangeably to describe the same fish. The Permit Fish derives its name from the difficulty it presents in catching it, hence, the Tackle-buster moniker. Its flesh is highly valued in the culinary world and is commonly referred to as "pompano". Regardless of what it is called, Trachinotus falcatus is a prized catch for anglers and chefs alike.