Come identificare Pouting

Per identificare Pouting (Trisopterus luscus), osserva queste caratteristiche chiave.

Caratteristiche fisiche

Forma del corpo

compressed

Colorazione

Dorsal side is typically brownish-yellow to reddish-brown, fading to silvery-white on the flanks and belly. A distinct dark spot is often present at the base of the pectoral fin. Fins are generally dusky.

Tipo di squame

cycloid

Posizione della bocca

terminal

Caratteristiche distintive

Deep body, compressed laterally, giving it a somewhat 'pot-bellied' appearance., Large eyes, positioned high on the head., Prominent barbel on the chin, approximately equal to or slightly longer than the eye diameter., Three dorsal fins and two anal fins, characteristic of the Gadidae family., Lateral line is distinct and curves upwards over the pectoral fin.

Pinna dorsale

Three separate dorsal fins. First dorsal fin has 12-15 rays, second has 18-22 rays, and third has 17-20 rays.

Pinna caudale

Caudal fin is slightly emarginate (forked) to truncate.

Pinna pettorale

Pectoral fins are relatively long, reaching beyond the origin of the first anal fin. Pelvic fins are thoracic, with elongated rays.

Pinne distintive

Two separate anal fins. First anal fin has 29-35 rays, second has 18-22 rays.

Consigli per l'identificazione

1. 1

   Body Shape

   Look for the distinctly deep, compressed body, which is a key identifier compared to other gadids.

2. 2

   Chin Barbel

   The presence of a prominent chin barbel, roughly the same length as the eye diameter, is a crucial diagnostic feature.

3. 3

   Pectoral Fin Spot

   A dark, often blackish, spot at the base of the pectoral fin is usually present and can aid in identification.

4. 4

   Fin Count

   Counting the rays in the dorsal and anal fins can confirm identification, especially when distinguishing from similar species.

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