Goldspot mullet
📖 Overview
Found in shallow coastal waters, estuaries, lagoons, and sometimes entering tidal rivers. Recorded as having been or being farmed in rice fields . Feed on small algae, diatoms, and other organic matter. Spawn at sea. Oviparous, eggs are pelagic and non-adhesive . Sold fresh in markets; the roe is highly valued.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Goldspot mullet is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Goldspot mullet is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; freshwater; brackish; demersal; catadromous ; depth range 10 - ? m. Tropical; 25°N - 6°N found along the coasts of Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka and Andaman Islands.
🌿 Ecology
small algae, diatoms, and other organic matter
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
⚡ Nutrition
Per 100g cooked - Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Protein | 17.2 g |
| Omega-3 (total) | 508 mg |
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Goldspot mullet has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
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