Cara Mengenal Pasti Boga

Untuk mengenal pasti Boga (Boops boops), perhatikan ciri-ciri utama berikut.

Ciri-ciri Fizikal

Bentuk badan

elongated

Warna

Silvery-grey body, often with 3-5 faint longitudinal golden or yellowish stripes along the flanks. A distinct black spot is typically present at the base of the pectoral fin. The dorsal side is darker, transitioning to a lighter, silvery belly.

Jenis sisik

ctenoid

Kedudukan mulut

terminal

Ciri tersendiri

Large eyes, giving it the 'oxeye' bream moniker., Elongated, fusiform body., Faint longitudinal stripes., Black spot at the pectoral fin base.

Sirip dorsal

Single dorsal fin with 13-15 spines and 14-17 soft rays. The spiny and soft-rayed portions are continuous.

Sirip ekor

Deeply forked caudal fin.

Sirip pektoral

Relatively long and pointed pectoral fins.

Sirip tersendiri

Anal fin with 3 spines and 14-16 soft rays. Pelvic fins are small.

Petua Pengenalan

1. 1

   Body Shape and Coloration

   Look for the slender, elongated, silvery-grey body with faint golden longitudinal stripes and a darker back. The large eyes are a key identifier.

2. 2

   Pectoral Fin Spot

   A small but distinct black spot at the base of the pectoral fin is a reliable distinguishing mark.

3. 3

   Fin Count

   Counting the dorsal fin spines (13-15) and soft rays (14-17) can help confirm identification, especially when differentiating from similar sparids.

4. 4

   Eye Size

   The proportionally large eyes are a prominent feature, giving the fish its common name 'oxeye bream'.

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