Capros aper

Various fishes

  • Boarfish
  • Eberfisch
  • Evervis
  • Sanglier
  • Pesce tamburo
  • Ochavo

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 40 and 700 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 : 30 cm
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
  • Diet : - Sea worms - Mollusks

Relationship with humans

  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest