Lobed River Mullet
Cestraeus plicatilis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–5 m
- Max size: 32.5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
The lobed river mullet ranges from the sea into the lower reaches of rivers, where small fisheries take it for food. Its pelagic eggs drift free, though so little is recorded about it that even its full range stays uncertain.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Mugiliformes › Mugilidae › Cestraeus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 280090.
FAQ
- How deep does the Lobed River Mullet live?
- The Lobed River Mullet (Cestraeus plicatilis) is typically found at 0–5 m.
- Is the Lobed River Mullet dangerous to divers?
- The Lobed River Mullet is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Lobed River Mullet get?
- The Lobed River Mullet grows to about 32.5 cm.