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The Bartaiedl goatfish (Upeneus tragula) is a brackish-water fish of the family Mullidae that grows up to 30 cm.
Description
The freckled goatfish is a goatfish of the family Mullidae widely distributed across the Indo-West Pacific. The species has a pale body with a red-brown lateral stripe and numerous freckles, and reaches about 30 cm. Under the chin it bears a pair of long barbels with which it probes the bottom for small bottom animals. It lives on sandy bottoms in shallow coastal waters and sometimes enters the lower reaches of rivers, where it tolerates lowered salinities. The species is of commercial importance and is regularly eaten.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bartaiedl goatfish?
The Bartaiedl goatfish has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly white and shows a spots pattern. A pair of long chin barbels for probing the bottom; red-brown longitudinal stripe and speckles.
Where does the Bartaiedl goatfish live?
The Bartaiedl goatfish lives in brackish water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-West Pacific, from East Africa to Japan and Australia.
How big does the Bartaiedl goatfish get?
The Bartaiedl goatfish grows to a maximum of about 30 cm.
Is the Bartaiedl goatfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Bartaiedl goatfish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Bartaiedl goatfish edible?
Yes, the Bartaiedl goatfish is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Upeneus
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