Scientific name : Dicentrarchus labrax
Family : Moronidae (sea basses, 6 species)
Size : Up to 103 cm
Distribution : Coasts of Europe, the Mediterranean Sea and the Black Sea
Biology : The european seabass is a highly resilient fish, tolerant of a wide range of water conditions; it can even venture into freshwater!
It is highly prized by anglers for its fighting spirit, and its flesh is also quite sought-after, leading to a gradual decline in its population.
IUCN status : Near threatened