Cara Mengenal Pasti Jarbua Terapon

Untuk mengenal pasti Jarbua Terapon (Terapon jarbua), perhatikan ciri-ciri utama berikut.

Ciri-ciri Fizikal

Bentuk badan

compressed

Warna

Silvery-grey to brownish-grey dorsally, fading to white or silvery ventrally. Characterized by 3-4 prominent, dark, curved or wavy longitudinal stripes on the body, often extending onto the caudal fin. A distinct black blotch is typically present on the operculum (gill cover).

Jenis sisik

ctenoid

Kedudukan mulut

terminal

Ciri tersendiri

Three to four prominent, dark, curved longitudinal stripes on the body., A large black blotch on the operculum., Spiny dorsal fin with a deep notch., Strong opercular spines.

Sirip dorsal

Single dorsal fin, deeply notched, with 11-12 strong spines and 9-11 soft rays. The spinous portion is longer than the soft-rayed portion.

Sirip ekor

Slightly forked caudal fin, often with dark blotches or stripes extending from the body.

Sirip pektoral

Moderately sized, rounded pectoral fins.

Sirip tersendiri

Anal fin with 3 spines and 8-10 soft rays. Pelvic fins thoracic with 1 spine and 5 soft rays. The second anal fin spine is notably strong and long.

Petua Pengenalan

1. 1

   Body Stripes

   Look for the characteristic 3-4 dark, curved or wavy longitudinal stripes on the body. These are a primary identifier.

2. 2

   Opercular Spot

   A prominent black blotch on the gill cover (operculum) is consistently present.

3. 3

   Dorsal Fin

   Note the deeply notched dorsal fin with a strong spinous anterior portion.

4. 4

   Anal Fin Spines

   The second anal fin spine is typically very robust and elongated, a key feature for the family Terapontidae.

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