Senegal seabream
📖 Overview
Gregarious. Inhabits the upper portion of the continental shelf from the coastline to 100 m depth, but especially from 30 to 50 m. Occurs on various types of bottom. Sometimes forms sizeable aggregations. Feeds on small benthic mollusks and crustaceans . Important food fish. Minimum depth range from Ref. 113561.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 10 - 11; Dorsal soft rays (total): 13 - 15; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 13 - 15. : fusiform / normal; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Senegal seabream is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Senegal seabream is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic; depth range 0 - 100 m , usually 30 - 50 m . Subtropical; 38°N - 13°N, 27°W - 5°W north to Cadiz (Spain).
🌿 Ecology
small benthic mollusks and crustaceans (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Diplodus Bellottii 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 g |
| Omega-3 (total) | 383 mg |
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Senegal seabream has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diplodus senegalensis | Cadenat | 1964 | Synonym |
| Sargus belloti | Steindachner | 1882 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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