Is the Galapagos Mullet dangerous to divers?

The Galapagos Mullet is harmless to divers.

How big does the Galapagos Mullet get?

The Galapagos Mullet grows to about 40 cm.

Galapagos Mullet

Mugil galapagensis

Group: Other
Max size: 40 cm
For divers: safe

This mullet forms schools over sandy bottoms in the Galapagos, grubbing mainly through detritus and algae but also taking insects, fish eggs and plankton. It grows to about 40 centimetres and releases drifting eggs that float free in the water.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Mugiliformes › Mugilidae › Mugil

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 273651.

FAQ

Is the Galapagos Mullet dangerous to divers?: The Galapagos Mullet is harmless to divers.
How big does the Galapagos Mullet get?: The Galapagos Mullet grows to about 40 cm.