Kako prepoznati Common Dentex

Za prepoznavanje vrste Common Dentex (Dentex dentex), pogledajte ova ključna obilježja.

Fizičke karakteristike

Oblik tijela

compressed

Obojenost

Adults are typically silvery-grey to bluish-grey on the back, fading to silvery-white on the belly. Juveniles often exhibit a more reddish or pinkish hue with scattered blue spots, which fade with age. The fins are generally dusky or reddish.

Vrsta ljusaka

ctenoid

Položaj usta

terminal

Posebna obilježja

Four prominent, strong canine-like teeth at the front of both jaws, giving it its name (Dentex from 'dens' meaning tooth)., Robust, oval-shaped body, laterally compressed., Large head with a steep profile., Large eyes., A single dorsal fin with strong spines.

Leđna peraja

Single dorsal fin with 11-12 strong spines followed by 11-12 soft rays. The spiny part is longer than the soft-rayed part.

Repna peraja

Caudal fin is deeply forked, with pointed lobes.

Prsna peraja

Long and pointed pectoral fins.

Posebne peraje

Pelvic fins are thoracic, with one spine and five soft rays. Anal fin has 3 spines and 7-9 soft rays.

Savjeti za identifikaciju

1. 1

   Teeth

   Look for the four prominent, strong canine-like teeth at the front of both jaws. This is the most definitive characteristic.

2. 2

   Body Shape and Coloration

   Robust, oval, laterally compressed body. Silvery-grey to bluish-grey back, silvery-white belly. Juveniles may have a reddish tint and blue spots.

3. 3

   Head Profile

   The head is large with a steep, somewhat concave profile above the eyes in adults.

4. 4

   Dorsal Fin

   A single, continuous dorsal fin with strong spines in the anterior portion.

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