Come identificare Red Mullet

Per identificare Red Mullet (Mullus surmuletus), osserva queste caratteristiche chiave.

Caratteristiche fisiche

Forma del corpo

elongated

Colorazione

The dorsal side is typically reddish-brown to brick-red, often with three to five distinct longitudinal yellow or golden stripes running along the flanks. The ventral side is silvery-white. During spawning or stress, the colors can intensify, becoming more vibrant red. The first dorsal fin often has dark bands or spots.

Tipo di squame

ctenoid

Posizione della bocca

inferior

Caratteristiche distintive

Two prominent, long, chemosensory barbels on the chin, used for foraging., Large, cycloid scales., Two widely separated dorsal fins., A relatively blunt snout.

Pinna dorsale

Two dorsal fins; the first is spiny with 7-9 spines, and the second is soft-rayed with 8-9 soft rays. The first dorsal fin is typically higher than the second.

Pinna caudale

Forked caudal fin.

Pinna pettorale

Relatively short and rounded pectoral fins.

Pinne distintive

Pelvic fins are thoracic, located beneath the pectoral fins.

Consigli per l'identificazione

1. 1

   Barbels

   The most distinguishing feature is the pair of long, prominent barbels under the chin. These are crucial for identifying Mullidae species.

2. 2

   Coloration and Stripes

   Look for the reddish-brown to brick-red body color with distinct yellow or golden longitudinal stripes on the flanks. This differentiates it from other red mullet species.

3. 3

   First Dorsal Fin

   Observe the first dorsal fin for dark bands or spots, which are characteristic of Mullus surmuletus.

4. 4

   Body Shape

   Its elongated, somewhat compressed body shape is typical of the genus Mullus.

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