Mugilidae
The mullets, or grey mullets, belong to the family Mugilidae, a group of ray-finned fish that have a global distribution in coastal areas with both temperate and tropical waters. Additionally, certain species of mullets can be found in freshwater environments. Throughout history, mullets have held significant value as a staple food source in Mediterranean Europe, with their consumption dating back to ancient Rundefined times. The family comprises approximately 78 distinct species, which are further categorized into 20 different genera.
