The Lebranche mullet (Mugil liza) is a fish that lives in both fresh and salt water of the family Mugilidae that grows up to 80 cm.
Description
The lebranche mullet is a large mullet from the western Atlantic, from Bermuda and Florida through the Caribbean to Argentina. The species grows to about 80 cm and has a streamlined, silvery body with a blue-green back. It forms large schools in coastal water, brackish estuaries, hypersaline lagoons and also enters fresh water; it migrates along the coast to spawn. As a detritivore it scrapes the upper bottom layer and filters algae and organic matter. It is an important food fish; the salted roe is considered a delicacy. Owing to insufficient data the IUCN lists the species as Data Deficient (DD).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Lebranche mullet?
The Lebranche mullet has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Lebranche mullet live?
The Lebranche mullet lives in both fresh and salt water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Lebranche mullet get?
The Lebranche mullet grows to a maximum of about 80 cm. On average the species is around 40 cm.
Is the Lebranche mullet dangerous to humans?
No, the Lebranche mullet is harmless to humans.
Is the Lebranche mullet edible?
Yes, the Lebranche mullet is commonly eaten.
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