Fringelip Mullet (Crenimugil crenilabis)

Also known as Thicklip Mullet, Wart-lipped Mullet, Wartylip Mullet, Warty-lipped Mullet, Warty-nosed Mullet

Description

Also known as Thicklip Mullet, Wart-lipped Mullet, Wartylip Mullet, Warty-lipped Mullet, Warty-nosed Mullet.

Found in schools in coastal waters over mud and sandy bottoms of reef flats, in tide pools around harbours and lagoons.
They feed on algae and zooplankton.
Length - 40cm
Depth - 0-20m
Widespread Indo-Pacific

Mullets are inshore, schooling fish, sometimes entering freshwater areas. Found close to the surface or over the sand feeding. Ref: https://www.fishbase.se/summary/5653

0 comments

Leave a comment

Known Sightings / Photograph Locations

Share this: