Mukrel

About

Mukrel are a schooling saltwater fish found in the Merelian and Torcastan Seas. They are a popular catch amongst coastal fishermen, being fairly light and tasty. The average mukrel weighs about 5 kg, and is about 50-70 cm in length, with a smooth body and longer tail. The fish is known to eat seaweeds and kelp, off the coast, and is often found near the edges of such beds.

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Description

Classification

fish

Size

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Appearance

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Ecology

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Diet

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Behaviour

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Temperament

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Reproduction

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Domestication

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