| Family: |
Sparidae (Porgies) |
| Max. size: |
23.2 cm TL (male/unsexed); max.weight: 120.0 g |
| Environment: |
demersal; marine; depth range - 130 m |
| Distribution: |
Eastern Atlantic, Mediterranean, and the Black Sea |
| Diagnosis: |
This species is distinguished by the following characters: protrusible mouth; lateral line scales not more than 73; head length is equal or greater than body depth; colouration clear yellowish or gray-brownish and a brownish spot at the base of the pectoral fin; color varies with age, sex and season (Ref. 124120). |
| Biology: |
Ocuurs on sand or muddy bottoms, down to about 130 m. This species is a demersal schooling fish, with eggs and larvae plaktonic (Ref. 124120). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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