Yellowfin Seabream

Acanthopagrus latus

Sparidae family · Coastal

Least Concern

A robust sea bream with yellow fins that is one of the most popular shore-fishing targets in the UAE. Hardy and adaptable, it thrives in mangrove creeks, beach shallows, and harbour walls. A common catch for UAE shore anglers year-round.

Species Stats

Max Length

50 cm

Max Weight

2 kg

Depth Range

0–50 m

Diet

Molluscs, crustaceans, worms

Habitat

Estuaries, mangroves, shallow coastal reefs, inshore sandy areas

Local Name (Arabic)

أبو ريالة صفراء

Fun Facts

1
Can tolerate a wide range of salinities — from near-fresh water in creeks to full marine.
2
One of the most resilient reef fish in the Gulf — populations are generally healthy.
3
The yellow-tinged pectoral and pelvic fins are the quickest identification feature.