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Sea Mullet

Mugil cephalus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Mugiliformes ›Family: Mugilidae ›Genus: Mugil

About

The flathead grey mullet (Mugil cephalus) is an important food fish species in the mullet family Mugilidae. It is found in coastal tropical and subtropical waters worldwide. Its length is typically 30 to 75 centimetres (12 to 30 in). It is known with numerous English names, including the flathead mullet, striped mullet (US, American Fisheries Society name), black mullet, bully mullet, common mullet, grey mullet, sea mullet and mullet, among others.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sea Mullet?
The scientific name of Sea Mullet is Mugil cephalus.
What kingdom does Sea Mullet belong to?
Sea Mullet belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Sea Mullet belong to?
Sea Mullet belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Sea Mullet belong to?
Sea Mullet belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Sea Mullet belong to?
Sea Mullet belongs to the order Mugiliformes.
What family does Sea Mullet belong to?
Sea Mullet belongs to the family Mugilidae.
What genus does Sea Mullet belong to?
Sea Mullet belongs to the genus Mugil.