Mugil curema

Mullets

  • White mullet
  • Weiße Meeräsche
  • Witte harder
  • Mulet blanc
  • Lisa blanca
  • Muggine

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic
  • The tropical Pacific

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 is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
  • The species can be found between 0 and 15 Meters.
  • Common 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 : 45 cm
  • The animal feeds mainly on refuse.

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