Distribution:

Eastern Atlantic: off Morocco to Namibia.

Diagnosis:

Dorsal softrays (total): 28-32

Biology:

Found in coastal waters over muddy, sandy or rocky bottoms. Smaller individuals found in shallow waters, but rarely entering estuaries. Feeds on fish, shrimps and crabs. Spawns from November to March in waters of 22 to 25°C in the Gulf of Guinea. Most economically important demersal fish in West African waters.

Max. size: 100.0 cm

Environment: demersal; depth range 0 - 70 m

Climate: tropical; 27°N - 22°S

Canary Islands country information: [ Pejerey ]