Pagellus acarne

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Axillary seabream
Achselfleckbrasse
Pageot acarné
Aligote
Pagello bastardo

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic
The temperate Atlantic
The Mediterranean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species can be found between 5 and 500 Meters.
Common species.

General behaviour of the species

Lives in large groups
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 35 cm
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Diet : Sea worms - Mollusks -
The animal is a protandrous transsexual

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!