Fin's Fish Guide
The Fringelip mullet (Crenimugil heterocheilos) is a fish that lives in both fresh and salt water of the family Mugilidae that grows up to 50 cm.
Description
The fringelip mullet is a mullet from coastal, estuarine and fresh water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 50 cm and has a streamlined, silvery body with a conspicuously fringed upper lip. It schools in shallow coastal and river-mouth water and scrapes aufwuchs, algae and detritus from the bottom with its lips, also taking in silt that it sifts. It is an important local food fish. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Fringelip mullet?
The Fringelip mullet has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Fringed upper lip for scraping biofilm and silt off the bottom; schooling mullet
Where does the Fringelip mullet live?
The Fringelip mullet lives in both fresh and salt water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Indo-West Pacific
How big does the Fringelip mullet get?
The Fringelip mullet grows to a maximum of about 50 cm. On average the species is around 23 cm.
Is the Fringelip mullet dangerous to humans?
No, the Fringelip mullet is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Fringelip mullet edible?
Yes, the Fringelip mullet is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Crenimugil
More from the family Mugilidae
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