FishincSpecies catalog
Golden grey mullet
Chelon auratus
Golden grey mullet (Chelon auratus) belongs to the family Mugilidae. Habitat: brackish water and salt water.
Profile
| Scientific name | Chelon auratus |
|---|---|
| Family | Mugilidae |
| Habitat | Brackish water and salt water |
| Group | Mullets |
| Regional lists in Fishinc | Mediterranean, Northern Europe saltwater |
Identifying features
- Torpedo-shaped mullet body
- Thin upper lip
- Two widely separated dorsal fins
- Distinct golden spot on the gill cover and cheek
- Grey-blue back
- Silver flanks with faint grey stripes
- Forked tail
Golden grey mullet in other languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| German | Goldmeeräsche |
| French | Mulet doré |
| Italian | Cefalo dorato |
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