Dusky grouper

Dusky grouper

Dusky grouper Epinephelus marginatus Caution Dusky groupers are overfished in our waters. This large fish matures at the age of five and so maintaining its numbers while being overfished is hard for it. It can grow over 1 meter in length and weigh more than 30...
Common dentex

Common dentex

Common dentex Dentex dentex Caution The striped bream is native to Cypriot waters but is unfortunately overfished due to its high value. As a predator it is very important for our ocean’s survivability. It is usually between 20 and 50 centimeters long, although it can...
Greater amberjack

Greater amberjack

Greater amberjack Seriola dumerili Caution The greater amberjack is a large fish found abundant in our waters. Its spawning period is from May to July. Although abundant the greater amberjack reaches maturity late, at 4-5 y.o. It is one of the largest species in its...
Striped red mullet

Striped red mullet

Striped red mullet Mullus surmuletus Caution The striped red mullet population is depleted in the Cypriot waters and in recent years its population has severely depleted due to various factors including overfishing, climate change and invasive species. It spawns...
Red mullet

Red mullet

Red mullet Mullus barbatus Caution Red mullet is native to Cypriot waters and in recent years its population has severely depleted due to various factors including overfishing, climate change and invasive species. Its spawning period spans from April to August....
Common pandora

Common pandora

Common pandora Pagellus erythrinus Caution Common pandora was once abundant in Cypriot waters but in recent years its population has declined drastically due to various factors including overfishing, climate change and invasive species. It spawns during Autumn and...