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The Largescaled mullet (Liza grandisquamis) is a fish that lives in both fresh and salt water of the family Mugilidae that grows up to 40 cm.
Eastern Atlantic, along the West African coast from Senegal to Congo and off Bioko and Sao Tomé; in lagoons, estuaries, mangroves and coastal waters.
Description
The largescaled mullet is a mullet (family Mugilidae) of the eastern Atlantic, along the West African coast. The species grows to about 40 cm and has a streamlined, silvery body with large scales. It is extremely euryhaline and tolerates salinities from nearly fresh to very salty water; it lives in lagoons, estuaries, mangroves and coastal waters. As a detritivore it feeds mainly on organic material from muddy bottoms. The species is of commercial value as a food fish and is harmless to humans. Owing to limited data its conservation status is assessed as Data Deficient (DD).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Largescaled mullet?
The Largescaled mullet has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Extremely euryhaline (from fresh to very salty water); lives in lagoons, estuaries and mangroves.
Where does the Largescaled mullet live?
The Largescaled mullet lives in both fresh and salt water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Eastern Atlantic, along the West African coast from Senegal to Congo and off Bioko and Sao Tomé; in lagoons, estuaries, mangroves and coastal waters.
How big does the Largescaled mullet get?
The Largescaled mullet grows to a maximum of about 40 cm.
Is the Largescaled mullet dangerous to humans?
No, the Largescaled mullet is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Largescaled mullet edible?
Yes, the Largescaled mullet is commonly eaten.
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