Kuidas tuvastada Mullet

Kala Mullet (Mugilidae) tuvastamiseks jälgi neid võtmetunnuseid.

Füüsilised omadused

Keha kuju

elongated

Värvus

Typically silvery-grey to olive-green on the dorsal side, fading to silvery-white on the flanks and belly. Some species may have longitudinal stripes.

Soomuse tüüp

cycloid

Suu asend

terminal

Eristuvad tunnused

Two widely separated dorsal fins, the first with 4 stiff spines and the second with 1 spine and 8-9 soft rays., Small, triangular mouth, often with thick lips., Adipose eyelid, often covering much of the eye., Large, cycloid scales., Pectoral fins set high on the body.

Seljauim

Two separate dorsal fins; the first is spiny (typically 4 spines), the second is soft-rayed (1 spine, 8-9 soft rays).

Sabauim

Forked or emarginate caudal fin.

Rinnauim

Relatively short, set high on the body.

Eristuvad uimed

Pelvic fins are subabdominal, located behind the pectoral fins.

Tuvastusnõuanded

1. 1

   Dorsal Fins

   Look for two distinct and widely separated dorsal fins. The first fin will be spiny, and the second will be soft-rayed.

2. 2

   Mouth Shape

   Observe the small, often triangular mouth, which is characteristic of their detritivorous feeding habits.

3. 3

   Adipose Eyelid

   Many mullet species possess a fatty eyelid that partially or fully covers the eye, a unique feature among many fish.

4. 4

   Body Shape and Coloration

   Their elongated, cylindrical body and silvery-grey coloration with a darker back are common identifiers.

5. 5

   Behavior

   Mullets are often seen in schools, frequently jumping out of the water, especially when startled or feeding.

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