Diplodus vulgaris (Black -headed)

Diplodus vulgaris (Black -headed)

Description

High body, fairly compressed laterally. Head with convex cephalic profile, lightly concave above the eye. Binks: 1 Dorsal is an anal. Coloring: gray back and silver belly

The Diplodus Vulgaris fish is also known as the Sar with a common spot or Sar. It is a fish from the Sparidae family who lives in the coastal waters of the Mediterranean and the East Atlantic. The Diplodus Vultureris has an elongated form and compressed laterally, with a well developed dorsal fin and a Caudal Bifide fin. Her dress is generally gray with two red spots on the sides of her body, near the head. The Diplodus Vultureris can reach a maximum size of about 30 centimeters.

Diplodus vulgaris feeds mainly on crustaceans and molluscs which he finds in the seabed. It can also feed on small fish and plants. The Diplodus Vultureris is a gregarious fish that lives in groups in shallow waters near the coast. It is often found in rocky areas and coral reefs, where it can hide to protect itself from predators.

Diplodus vulgaris is considered a edible fish, and it is largely caught for human consumption. Due to its popularity with fishermen, it is often subject to excessive catches, which can lead to a decrease in its population. Therefore, it is important to manage the fishing of this fish in a responsible manner to preserve existing populations.

Due to its presence in coastal waters, the Diplodus Vultureris is often exposed to pollutants and other environmental threats which can affect marine ecosystems. This can have an impact on the health and survival of this species, as well as on other species that share its habitat. Consequently, it is important to maintain the quality of the water and the habitat of the Diplodus vulgaris to preserve its population and its ecosystem.

Origin

Features

  • Adult size : 30 cm
  • Behaviour : Pleasant
  • Food : Omnivorous

Water

  • Water type : Sea water, cold
  • Temperature : 4 - 21 °C
  • pH : 4.9 - 5.2
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters) :

Contribution

  • Created by : antoine.p
  • Last update : 24/10/2022

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