Mugil labrosus (Mules with large lips)

Mugil labrosus (Mules with large lips)

Description

The Mugil Labrosus, also known as wide jaw mules, is a salt water fish that belongs to the Mugilidae family. It has a distinctive characteristic of large jaws which give it a wide and flat face. The Mugil Labrosus can measure up to 60 centimeters long and weigh up to 5 kilograms.

The Mugil Labrosus has a silver color on the top and the underside of its body, with dark vertical stripes on the sides. Its pectoral and caudal fins are transparent. The Mugil Labrosus has large and round eyes, as well as pectoral and caudal fins which allow it to move quickly in the water.

Mugil Labrosus is an omnivorous fish that feeds mainly on crustaceans, molluscs and aquatic plants. It can also feed on smaller fish and small marine mammals. The Mugil Labrosus is a migratory fish that moves in coastal waters to reproduce and eat.

The Mugil Labrosus is common in the coastal waters of the Atlantic, the Mediterranean and the Black Sea. It can also be found in parts of the Pacific Ocean and the Indian Ocean. The Mugil Labrosus is an important fish for local fishermen, as it is considered a edible top of superior quality.

Due to its abundance and its ease of capture, the Mugil Labrosus is often used in fish farms. However, this species is also threatened by pollution, human activities and overfishing. It is important to protect this species to guarantee its long -term survival.

Origin

Features

  • Adult size : 60 cm
  • Behaviour : Pleasant, gregarious
  • Food : Omnivorous

Water

  • Water type : Sea water, cold
  • Temperature : 0 - 0 °C
  • pH : 0 - 0
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters) :

Contribution

  • Created by : sunnmagic
  • Last update : 17/09/2022

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