Come identificare European Seabass

Per identificare European Seabass (Dicentrarchus labrax), osserva queste caratteristiche chiave.

Caratteristiche fisiche

Forma del corpo

torpedo

Colorazione

Silvery-grey dorsally, fading to silvery-white on the flanks and belly. Juveniles often have dark spots on the upper body, which typically disappear with age, though some adults may retain faint spots.

Tipo di squame

ctenoid

Posizione della bocca

terminal

Caratteristiche distintive

Two distinct dorsal fins, the first spiny and the second soft-rayed., A prominent, sharp spine on the operculum (gill cover)., Large, terminal mouth., Streamlined body shape.

Pinna dorsale

Two dorsal fins: the first with 8-10 strong spines, the second with 1 spine and 12-13 soft rays.

Pinna caudale

Caudal fin is moderately forked.

Pinna pettorale

Pectoral fins are relatively short and rounded.

Pinne distintive

Pelvic fins are thoracic, located directly below the pectoral fins, with 1 spine and 5 soft rays. Anal fin has 3 spines and 10-12 soft rays.

Consigli per l'identificazione

1. 1

   Dorsal Fins

   Look for two clearly separated dorsal fins. The first is spiny and triangular, while the second is longer and soft-rayed.

2. 2

   Opercular Spine

   A sharp, prominent spine is present on the posterior edge of the operculum (gill cover).

3. 3

   Coloration

   Silvery body with a darker grey-blue back. Juveniles may have small dark spots, which usually fade in adults.

4. 4

   Body Shape

   Elongated and streamlined, typical of a fast-swimming predator.

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