Slik identifiserer du Ballan Wrasse

For å identifisere Ballan Wrasse (Labrus bergylta), se etter disse kjennetegnene.

Fysiske kjennetegn

Kroppsform

compressed

Farge

Highly variable; typically mottled green, brown, red, or orange, often with lighter or darker spots and blotches. Juveniles tend to be greener. Males can develop more intense coloration during breeding season. The color can change rapidly to match the surroundings.

Skjelltype

cycloid

Munnposisjon

terminal

Særtrekk

Thick, fleshy lips, Strong, conical teeth in a single row, Large, prominent scales, A single, long dorsal fin with spiny and soft rays, Variable mottled coloration

Ryggfinne

Single, long dorsal fin with 18-21 spines and 9-13 soft rays. The spiny portion is longer than the soft-rayed portion.

Halefinne

Rounded or slightly truncate caudal fin.

Brystfinne

Large and rounded pectoral fins.

Karakteristiske finner

Pelvic fins are thoracic, located directly below the pectoral fins.

Identifikasjonstips

1. 1

   Coloration

   Observe the highly variable mottled pattern, which can be green, brown, red, or orange. This is a key identifier, though it can be confusing due to its variability.

2. 2

   Lips and Teeth

   Note the thick, fleshy lips and the strong, conical teeth, which are characteristic of wrasses and adapted for crushing shells.

3. 3

   Dorsal Fin

   Examine the single, long dorsal fin with a distinct spiny anterior portion and a shorter soft-rayed posterior portion.

4. 4

   Body Shape

   The body is robust and compressed laterally, with large scales.

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