Where Does Golden Grey Mullet Live?

Golden Grey Mullet lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Golden Grey Mullet

Water type

brackish

Depth

Typically found in shallow coastal waters, estuaries, lagoons, and sometimes penetrates into freshwater. Usually found from the surface down to about 30 meters (100 feet).

Environment

Coastal marine, estuarine, and lagoon environments. Prefers sandy or muddy bottoms, often near seagrass beds or rocky areas. Highly tolerant of varying salinities and temperatures.

Geographic range

Northeast Atlantic Ocean (from Norway to Mauritania), Mediterranean Sea, and Black Sea. Also found in the Canary Islands and Madeira.

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