Fin's Fish Guide
The Mullet (Chaenomugil proboscideus) is a saltwater fish of the family Mugilidae that grows up to 22 cm.
Description
The snouted mullet is a mullet of the family Mugilidae from the eastern Pacific. The species grows to about 22 cm and has a streamlined, silvery body with a conspicuously blunt, projecting snout. It inhabits rocky intertidal zones along the coast, where it stays in the surf. With a specialised mouth it scrapes algae and growth from the rocks, together with the associated fine organic matter. Mullets form schools and are an important link between plant matter and higher levels of the food web. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Mullet?
The Mullet has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Blunt, projecting snout to scrape algae from rocks in the surf.
Where does the Mullet live?
The Mullet lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around open water. Eastern Pacific; rocky intertidal zones from Mexico to Panama.
How big does the Mullet get?
The Mullet grows to a maximum of about 22 cm.
Is the Mullet dangerous to humans?
No, the Mullet is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Mullet edible?
The Mullet is rarely eaten.
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