Otomebora Mullet
Planiliza melinoptera
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–5 m
- Max size: 30 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A coastal mullet that schools in shallow water and runs into lagoons, estuaries and rivers to feed. It grubs through sand and mud for detritus, microalgae and tiny bottom creatures, while the young graze on planktonic algae. It reaches about thirty centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Mugiliformes › Mugilidae › Planiliza
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1509596.
FAQ
- How deep does the Otomebora Mullet live?
- The Otomebora Mullet (Planiliza melinoptera) is typically found at 0–5 m.
- Is the Otomebora Mullet dangerous to divers?
- The Otomebora Mullet is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Otomebora Mullet get?
- The Otomebora Mullet grows to about 30 cm.