Come identificare Ballan Wrasse

Per identificare Ballan Wrasse (Labrus bergylta), osserva queste caratteristiche chiave.

Caratteristiche fisiche

Forma del corpo

compressed

Colorazione

Highly variable, ranging from green, brown, reddish-brown, to orange, often mottled or spotted with lighter or darker patches. Juveniles are typically greener. Males tend to be more brightly colored during breeding season.

Tipo di squame

cycloid

Posizione della bocca

terminal

Caratteristiche distintive

Thick, fleshy lips, Large, prominent scales, Single, long dorsal fin with numerous spines and soft rays, Often exhibits a marbled or mottled pattern, Can change color rapidly to blend with surroundings

Pinna dorsale

Single, long dorsal fin with 18-21 spines and 9-13 soft rays.

Pinna caudale

Rounded or slightly truncate caudal fin.

Pinna pettorale

Large, fan-like pectoral fins.

Pinne distintive

Pelvic fins are thoracic, located beneath the pectoral fins.

Consigli per l'identificazione

1. 1

   Size and Body Shape

   One of the largest wrasse species in its range, reaching up to 60 cm (24 inches) in length and weighing up to 4.5 kg (10 lbs). It has a robust, compressed body.

2. 2

   Coloration

   Look for highly variable, often mottled or spotted patterns in shades of green, brown, red, or orange. The color can change rapidly depending on the environment and mood.

3. 3

   Lips

   Possesses noticeably thick, fleshy lips, a characteristic feature of wrasses.

4. 4

   Dorsal Fin

   A single, long dorsal fin that runs along most of its back, composed of both spiny and soft rays.

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