Pomadasys Incisus

Lutjans

Bastard grunt
Bastard-Grunzer
Grondeur métis
Roncador
Pesce arabo

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic
The temperate Atlantic
The Mediterranean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species can be found between 10 and 100 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 : 50 cm
Maximum age known : 7 year(s)
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) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing