Osteomugil cunnesius (Valenciennes, 1836)
Description
Dorsal spines (total): 4 - 5; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9 - 10; Anal spines: 2 - 3; Anal soft rays: 9.
Common Names
Taxonomic Hierarchy
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Teleostei
Order: Mugiliformes
Family: Mugilidae
Genus: Osteomugil
Species: Osteomugil cunnesius (Valenciennes, 1836)
Climate Zone
Biology
Occur in shallow coastal waters, including estuaries and backwaters, frequently enters freshwater. Form larger aggregations during spawning which takes place at sea. Young individuals enter tidal rivers. Feed on organic matter contained in sand and mud (Ref. 30573). Oviparous, eggs are pelagic and non-adhesive (Ref. 205). Marketed fresh and salted. Decays rapidly, but well liked when fresh.
Habitat
freshwater
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
Threat to Humans
Harmless
Osteomugil cunnesius (Valenciennes, 1836)