Come identificare Shi drum

Per identificare Shi drum (Umbrina cirrosa), osserva queste caratteristiche chiave.

Caratteristiche fisiche

Forma del corpo

elongated

Colorazione

Silvery-grey to brownish-grey on the back, fading to silvery-white on the belly. Often exhibits faint, oblique dark stripes or bands along the flanks, which may be more prominent in younger individuals. Fins are typically dusky.

Tipo di squame

ctenoid

Posizione della bocca

terminal

Caratteristiche distintive

Single, short, and thick barbel on the chin, which is a key diagnostic feature for the genus Umbrina., A prominent, slightly humped back., Large, terminal mouth., Strongly ctenoid scales covering the body and head.

Pinna dorsale

Two dorsal fins; the first is short and spiny (9-10 spines), the second is long and soft-rayed (1 spine, 24-28 soft rays). The two fins are separated by a distinct notch.

Pinna caudale

Caudal fin is emarginate to slightly lunate.

Pinna pettorale

Pectoral fins are relatively long and pointed.

Pinne distintive

Anal fin has 2 spines and 7-8 soft rays. Pelvic fins are thoracic.

Consigli per l'identificazione

1. 1

   Chin Barbel

   The presence of a single, short, and thick barbel on the chin is the most reliable distinguishing feature for Umbrina cirrosa among similar species in its range.

2. 2

   Dorsal Fins

   Two distinct dorsal fins, with the first spiny and the second long and soft-rayed, separated by a clear notch.

3. 3

   Body Shape and Coloration

   Elongated, moderately compressed body with silvery-grey to brownish-grey coloration, often with faint oblique stripes on the flanks.

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