Leaping mullets [Valamugil]
Description
Valamugil, also known as leaping mullets, are named for their behavior of leaping above the water surface. This genus includes species found in tropical and subtropical seas, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region. Leaping mullets are adaptable, inhabiting a wide range of marine and brackish environments including estuaries, lagoons, and coastal reefs. They are known for their vigorous leaping and are of interest both ecologically and for fisheries, given their widespread presence and adaptability.