Largescaled Therapon

A small, striped coastal fish with bold curved lines running along the body — known as the "Crescent Perch" in some regions. One of the most common inshore fish in UAE shallow waters. A nuisance bycatch for shore anglers targeting larger species.

Species Stats

Diet

Small fish, crustaceans, insects

Habitat

Coastal sandy and muddy areas, estuaries, mangroves

Local Name (Arabic)

جرجور كبير الحراشف

Fun Facts

• 1

  Makes a distinctive croaking sound using its swim bladder — clearly audible when lifted from the water.

• 2

  The curved "tiger stripe" body pattern is a reliable identification feature.

• 3

  Highly tolerant of temperature, salinity, and oxygen variation — thrives in challenging inshore environments.

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