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European seabass

Dicentrarchus labrax

European seabass (Dicentrarchus labrax)Near threatened

Photo: Julien Renoult · CC BY 4.0

Fishcarnivore

The European bass, also called sea bass or branzino, is a sleek fish found along the coasts of Europe and northern Africa. It thrives in both ocean waters and shallow coastal areas, often venturing into river mouths during warmer months. Known for its adaptability, it’s one of just six species in its family.

  • It’s commonly known by over ten different names, including branzino and loup de mer.
  • It moves into shallow waters and river mouths during summer and autumn.
  • Belongs to the Moronidae family, which includes only six species globally.
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At a glance

Classification
Fish
Scientific name
Dicentrarchus labrax
Habitat
Ocean
Regions in this directory
Europe, Africa
Diet
carnivore
Relative size
medium
IUCN Red List
Near Threatened (NT)
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