Cara Mengidentifikasi Flathead Grey Mullet

Untuk mengidentifikasi Flathead Grey Mullet (Mugil cephalus), perhatikan ciri-ciri utama berikut.

Ciri Fisik

Bentuk tubuh

torpedo

Warna

Dorsal side is typically olive-green to bluish-grey, fading to silvery sides and a white belly. Often has 6-7 faint longitudinal stripes along the sides.

Jenis sisik

cycloid

Posisi mulut

terminal

Ciri khas

Flattened head with a broad snout, Small, terminal mouth with thick lips, Prominent adipose eyelid covering most of the eye, Two widely separated dorsal fins, Large, cycloid scales

Sirip punggung

Two distinct dorsal fins; the first with 4 strong spines, the second with 8-9 soft rays. Widely separated.

Sirip ekor

Moderately forked caudal fin.

Sirip dada

Short, located high on the body.

Sirip khas

Pelvic fins are abdominal, located well behind the pectoral fins.

Tips Identifikasi

1. 1

   Head Shape

   Look for the distinctly flattened head and broad snout, which gives it a 'flathead' appearance.

2. 2

   Adipose Eyelid

   Observe the prominent, fatty eyelid that covers a significant portion of the eye, leaving only a vertical slit for vision. This is a key distinguishing feature.

3. 3

   Dorsal Fins

   Note the two widely separated dorsal fins. The first is spiny, and the second is soft-rayed.

4. 4

   Coloration and Stripes

   The olive-green to bluish-grey back, silvery sides, and often faint longitudinal stripes are characteristic.

5. 5

   Mouth

   The small, terminal mouth with thick lips is adapted for bottom feeding and grazing.

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