Description
Salema Porgy, also known as gold lined sea bream is a fish found in the Mediterranean Ocean and Eastern Atlantic Ocean. Often found in coastal waters, rocky and sandy bottoms, feeding on crustaceans and small fish. It is a relatively small fish, growing to approximately 40cm in length. The fish is toxic when eaten and can give hallucinogenic effects.
Habitat
Salema Porgy live off the Eastern Atlantic ocean and Mediterranean ocean. This fish is often found in coastal waters, in rocky or sandy bottoms.
Diet
These fish eat small crustaceans and small fish. These include shrimps and crab. They are known to feed in schools.
Appearance
Grey -silver body with streaks of gold running through the body and around the eye. They are often seen in schools.
Key Features
- Most recognizable for their distinctive yellow eye and streaks running down the length of their body.
Threats
IUCN Conservation Status: Least Concerned
Frequently Asked Questions
These fish eat small crustaceans and small fish, including shrimps and crab.
Salema Porgy is not considered to be aggressive towards humans in a water setting, although take sensible precautions.
