Arabian Monocle Bream

A common monocle bream in UAE waters with a silvery body and distinctive facial markings. Found on sandy and rocky grounds across both coasts. An important species in the artisanal fishery and a regular catch for UAE bottom anglers.

Species Stats

Diet

Invertebrates, small fish

Habitat

Sandy and rocky inshore and offshore grounds

Local Name (Arabic)

عين بطوي

Fun Facts

• 1

  The species name "ghanam" is derived from its Arabic local name.

• 2

  A key species in reef-associated food webs across the UAE.

• 3

  The preorbital spine (before the eye) is characteristic of the monocle bream genus.

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