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The Hospe Mullet (Mugil hospes) is a brackish-water fish of the family Mugilidae that grows up to 36 cm.
Description
The hospe mullet is a mullet (Mugilidae) from the eastern Pacific. The species has a slender, streamlined, silvery body with a pointed head. It inhabits coastal waters and estuaries and forms schools in shallow water. On the bottom it takes in silt and growth and sifts out diatoms, algae, detritus and small invertebrates. It lays pelagic, non-adhesive eggs and is a local food fish. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Hospe Mullet?
The Hospe Mullet has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Pointed head; schooling, bottom-sifting mullet of coastal waters and estuaries.
Where does the Hospe Mullet live?
The Hospe Mullet lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Eastern Pacific and western Atlantic; coastal waters and estuaries.
How big does the Hospe Mullet get?
The Hospe Mullet grows to a maximum of about 36 cm. On average the species is around 15 cm.
Is the Hospe Mullet dangerous to humans?
No, the Hospe Mullet is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Hospe Mullet edible?
Yes, the Hospe Mullet is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Mugil
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