Dara
📖 Overview
Dara (Parakuhlia macrophthalma), first described by Osório, 1893 is a medium-sized fish. Adults typically reach 20.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. It occurs in Tropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Data Deficient.The species is important as a food fish.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Dara is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Dara is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range ? - 30 m . Tropical Central Atlantic: Senegal to Angola.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Dara is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Dara has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
📊 Population Dynamics
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