Pagellus erythrinus

Common pandora
Rotbrasse
Zeebrasem
pageot commun
Breca
Pagello fragolino

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 can be found between 5 and 300 Meters.
Uncommon Species

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.

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 : 60 cm
Maximum age known : 13 year(s)
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Diet : Fishes -
The animal is a protogynous 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!