Where Does Large-eye Dentex Live?

Large-eye Dentex lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Large-eye Dentex

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Typically found at depths ranging from 30 to 500 meters (100 to 1640 feet), with juveniles sometimes found in shallower waters (15-50 meters).

Environment

Demersal, inhabiting sandy, muddy, or rocky bottoms, often near continental shelves and slopes. Prefers areas with good current and access to prey.

Geographic range

Eastern Atlantic Ocean, from Portugal south to Angola, including the Canary Islands, Madeira, and Cape Verde. Also widely distributed throughout the Mediterranean Sea.

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