Mullus surmuletus

Red Mullets

  • Striped red mullet
  • Gestreifte Meerbarbe
  • Koning van de poon
  • Rouget de roche
  • Salmonete de roca
  • Triglia di scoglio

Distribution

  • 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 is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
  • The species can be found between 3 and 500 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 : 40 cm
  • Maximum age known : 11 year(s)
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
  • Diet : Shrimps - Sea worms - Mollusks

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!