Corvina drum
📖 Overview
Corvina drum (Cilus gilberti) is a ray-finned fish of the family Sciaenidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 92 cm. With a trophic level of 3.9, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List. Commercially fished and consumed as food.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Corvina drum is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Corvina drum is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Corvina drum is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Corvina drum is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal. Tropical; 6°S - 37°S, 80°W - 70°W Southeast Pacific: Peru and Chile.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Corvina drum is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Per 100g cooked - Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Protein | 19.1 g |
| Omega-3 (total) | 206 mg |
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Corvina drum has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Corvina Drum |
| 🌍CES | smuha Gilbertova |
| 🇫🇷French | Courbine Blonde |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Corvina-de-Valparaíso |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Чилийский крокер |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | Corvina · Corvina Pampera · Corvinilla · Gringa |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cilus montti | Delfin | 1900 | Synonym |
| Sciaena gilberti | Abbott | 1899 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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