Where Does Southern Mullet Live?

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

Where to find Southern Mullet

Water type

brackish

Depth

Typically found in shallow coastal waters, estuaries, and lagoons, from surface to about 50 meters.

Environment

Prefers sandy or muddy bottoms, often associated with seagrass beds and mangrove areas. Tolerant of a wide range of salinities, from freshwater to hypersaline conditions.

Geographic range

Primarily found along the coast of Southern Africa, from Angola to Mozambique, including Namibia and South Africa. Also reported from Madagascar and Mauritius.

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