Least Concern· population trend unknown· assessed 2015

Striped Red Mullet

Mullus surmuletus

Sighting evidence at Glaronissia, Milos

Small shoals probe the sandy patches between the basalt bases using their chemosensory barbels to locate buried invertebrates. They are a key prey species linking the benthic invertebrate community to the larger predatory fish above. Their rooting behaviour turns over sediment, releasing nutrients and creating feeding opportunities for other species.

Evidence at this site

8 records within 25 km

Confidence: medium

Last confirmed Jun 2026

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How is this calculated?

Sighting evidence is compiled from iNaturalist observation records within a set proximity radius, filtered for quality-grade observations. “Last confirmed” is the date of the most recent research-grade record. Record count covers a rolling 24-month window. Confidence reflects record count, recency, and consistency of seasonal signal.

Also seen at other sites

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