Mukrel

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Mukrel

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.

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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