Parupeneus forsskali

Red Mullets

  • Red Sea goatfish
  • Rotmeerbarbe
  • Rouget de Mer Rouge
  • Salmonete del mar rojo
  • Triglia di Forsskal

Distribution

  • The Red Sea
  • The Indian Ocean

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 10 and 30 Meters.
  • Common species.
  • Endemic 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 : 28 cm
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.

Relationship with humans

  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Aquarium enthusiasts.
    • - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
    • -Sport or local fishing
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!