Fishing for Striped mullet

Mugil cephalus

The striped mullet is a robust, torpedo-shaped fish with a silvery body and distinct horizontal stripes. It inhabits coastal waters, estuaries, and rivers worldwide. Feeding primarily on detritus and algae, it plays a crucial role in aquatic ecosystems. Typically, it grows up to 20 inches and weighs around 3 pounds. It is known for its schooling behavior. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Freshwater / Mixed

Common depth

? - 394 ft

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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