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Sciaena umbra |
Distribution |
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Brown meagre |
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Seerabe |
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Corb |
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Corvallo |
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Corvo |
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The tropical Atlantic
The temperate Atlantic
The Mediterranean |
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Environment and movement of the diurnal species |
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The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally motionless in its environment
The species is found in a sheltered zone
The species can be found between 5 and 200 Meters.
Uncommon Species
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Environment and movement of the nocturnal species |
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The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
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General behaviour of the species |
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The species is territorial
Species generally living in a group
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard
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General characteristics of the species |
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Maximum size : 70 cm
Maximum age known : 21 year(s)
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.Diet : Fishes - Sea worms - Crustaceans
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Relationship with humans |
The species is good to eat
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food.
-Sport or local fishing.
- Chemistry/pharmacy.
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The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance! |
