Diplodus sargus

White seabream
Bindenbrasse
Sar commun
Sargo
Sarago maggiore

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 50 Meters.
Common species.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally living in a group
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 45 cm
Maximum age known : 10 year(s)
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Diet : Sea worms - - Mollusks - Sea urchins
The animal is a protandrous transsexual

Relationship with humans

The species is in great demand and highly appreciated
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!