How big is the Gilt-head bream?

Gilt-head bream (Sparus aurata) reaches 35–70 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Gilt-head bream?

Gilt-head bream is found between 1–150 m deep.

What is the conservation status of the Gilt-head bream?

IUCN status: Least concern (LC).

Where can you find the Gilt-head bream?

Found in: Asian Pacific, East Atlantic, Indian Ocean & Red Sea, Macaronesia, Mediterranean.

Gilt-head bream (Sparus aurata)

Key facts

Scientific name: Sparus aurata
Common name: Gilt-head bream
Category: Fish
Family: Sparidae
Genus: Sparus
Size: 35–70 cm
Depth: 1–150 m
IUCN status: Least concern (LC)
Danger level: Harmless
Habitats: sand, rocky, seagrass
Behaviours: solitary, schooling
Ocean zones: Asian Pacific, East Atlantic, Indian Ocean & Red Sea, Macaronesia, Mediterranean

Description

Sparus aurata, the gilt-head bream, reaches 70 cm. Slender silver body, unmistakable for its characteristic golden band between the eyes. Protandric hermaphrodite (young male then female). Preys on mollusks it crushes with powerful molar teeth. Common on sandy, rocky and seagrass bottoms. A flagship species of Mediterranean aquaculture, also seen in the wild.

Photo of Gilt-head bream

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Gilt-head bream?: Gilt-head bream (Sparus aurata) reaches 35–70 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Gilt-head bream?: Gilt-head bream is found between 1–150 m deep.
Is the Gilt-head bream dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Gilt-head bream?: IUCN status: Least concern (LC).
Where can you find the Gilt-head bream?: Found in: Asian Pacific, East Atlantic, Indian Ocean & Red Sea, Macaronesia, Mediterranean.

Other species in the family Sparidae

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 151523)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 2392508)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia