Chelon labrosus

Mullets

Thicklip grey mullet
Dicklippen-Meeräsche
Mulet à grosses lèvres
Lisa
Muggine labbrone

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic
The temperate Atlantic
The Mediterranean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species can be found between 0 and 10 Meters.
Common species.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally living in a group
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 75 cm
Maximum age known : 25 year(s)
The animal is a grazer of algae.
Diet : Algae - -

Relationship with humans

The species is good to eat
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!