Sådan identificerer du Brandbrasse

For at identificere Brandbrasse (Diplodus puntazzo) skal du se på disse nøglekendetegn.

Fysiske karakteristika

Kropsform

compressed

Farvetegning

Silvery-grey body with 7-9 dark vertical bands, which are more pronounced in juveniles and fade with age. A distinct black spot is present on the caudal peduncle, extending onto the lower part of the dorsal fin. Fins are generally translucent or slightly dusky.

Skæltype

ctenoid

Mundens placering

terminal

Kendetegn

Elongated, pointed snout, 7-9 dark vertical bands (more prominent in juveniles), Black spot on caudal peduncle, Small mouth with incisor-like teeth in the front and molars posteriorly

Rygfinne

Single dorsal fin with 11-12 spines and 13-16 soft rays.

Halefinne

Forked caudal fin.

Brystfinne

Long and pointed pectoral fins.

Karakteristiske finner

Anal fin with 3 spines and 12-14 soft rays. Pelvic fins are thoracic.

Identifikationstips

1. 1

   Snout shape

   The elongated, pointed snout is a key distinguishing feature, differentiating it from other Diplodus species with blunter snouts.

2. 2

   Vertical bands

   Count the dark vertical bands (7-9) on the body. These are most visible in younger individuals.

3. 3

   Caudal peduncle spot

   Look for the prominent black spot on the caudal peduncle, which extends slightly onto the dorsal and ventral margins.

4. 4

   Teeth

   While difficult to observe in the field, the presence of incisor-like teeth at the front of the jaw and molars at the back is characteristic of the genus Diplodus.

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