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Argyrosomus regius
Meagre is a fish associated with coasts and open ocean. It is carnivorous and often found in loose groups. It remains widespread in parts of its range, but local habitat change still matters.
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Its range is represented here by the Atlantic and the Palearctic, where it uses coasts and open ocean. Mobile species may shift habitat use with season, breeding sites, or food availability.
Typical length 50-200 cm, weight 1 kg-100 kg. It has a finned fish body plan, with proportions shaped by its habitat and mode of movement.
It is seasonal in movement or activity and often found in loose groups. Spacing, group size, and visibility can change with season, feeding conditions, and breeding activity.
It is carnivorous. Food choice and foraging style are tied to life in coasts and open ocean, so movements often follow available food resources.
Breeding usually involves spawning, with eggs and young developing in suitable freshwater, coastal, or reef habitats.
Recorded scientifically as Argyrosomus regius. It remains widespread in parts of its range, but local habitat change still matters. In this guide, size, habitat, and activity pattern are useful first clues for recognition.
