Argyrosomus regius

Open-sea hunters

  • Meagre
  • Adlerfisch
  • Ombervis
  • Maigre
  • Corvina
  • Umbraine

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 1 and 300 Meters.
  • Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

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

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 230 cm
  • Maximum age known : 15 year(s)
  • The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
  • Diet : Fishes - -

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