Sparidae (Porgies) |
40 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
demersal; freshwater; brackish |
Western Indian Ocean: Somalia to Durban, South Africa (Ref. 12484), including Madagascar and Europa Island (Ref. 3507). |
Dorsal spines (total): 11-11; Dorsal soft rays (total): 13-13; Anal spines: 3-3; Anal soft rays: 12-12. Bright yellow on ventral part of body including pelvic and anal fins. |
Shoals congregate in rivers and many enter estuaries. Feeds on worms, crustaceans and particularly mollusks. Sold fresh. |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 02 December 2009 Ref. (130435)
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harmless |
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