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The Big-eye mullet (Paramugil parmatus) is a fish that lives in both fresh and salt water of the family Mugilidae that grows up to 30 cm.
Description
The broad-mouthed mullet is a mullet (Mugilidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species reaches about 30 cm, has a streamlined, silvery-grey body with large eyes and two separate dorsal fins. It is euryhaline and occurs in the sea, in estuaries and in the lower reaches of rivers. Like other mullets the fish grazes detritus, algae and small bottom organisms from the substrate and mud. Reproduction is by pelagic, non-adhesive eggs. The species tolerates strongly varying salinities and is a typical inhabitant of turbid coastal waters.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Big-eye mullet?
The Big-eye mullet has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Euryhaline; tolerates strongly varying salinities in the sea, estuaries and rivers.
Where does the Big-eye mullet live?
The Big-eye mullet lives in both fresh and salt water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Indo-West Pacific, in the sea, estuaries and rivers.
How big does the Big-eye mullet get?
The Big-eye mullet grows to a maximum of about 30 cm. On average the species is around 20 cm.
Is the Big-eye mullet dangerous to humans?
No, the Big-eye mullet is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Big-eye mullet edible?
The Big-eye mullet is rarely eaten.
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