Come identificare Burbot

Per identificare Burbot (Lota lota), osserva queste caratteristiche chiave.

Caratteristiche fisiche

Forma del corpo

eel-like

Colorazione

Mottled brown, olive, or yellowish-brown on the dorsal side, fading to a lighter, often yellowish or whitish belly. Darker spots and blotches are irregularly distributed over the body, providing camouflage.

Tipo di squame

cycloid

Posizione della bocca

terminal

Caratteristiche distintive

Single prominent barbel on the chin, Two dorsal fins (first short, second long), Long anal fin, Small, embedded scales, Broad, flattened head

Pinna dorsale

Two dorsal fins; the first is short with 8-16 rays, the second is long, extending almost to the caudal fin, with 60-79 rays.

Pinna caudale

Rounded caudal fin, distinct from the dorsal and anal fins.

Pinna pettorale

Large, rounded pectoral fins, positioned low on the body.

Pinne distintive

Pelvic fins are jugular (located anterior to the pectoral fins) and elongated, with 6-8 rays.

Consigli per l'identificazione

1. 1

   Chin Barbel

   The single, prominent barbel on the chin is a key distinguishing feature, unique among freshwater fish in its range.

2. 2

   Dorsal Fins

   Two distinct dorsal fins, with the second being notably long, almost reaching the tail.

3. 3

   Body Shape

   Its elongated, eel-like body, combined with the mottled coloration, helps differentiate it from other bottom-dwelling fish.

4. 4

   Pelvic Fins

   The jugular (throat-positioned) pelvic fins are another characteristic of the cod family.

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