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Surmullet

Any one of various species of mullets of the family Millidae, esp. the European species (Millus surmulletus), which is highly prized as a food fish. See Mullet.

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Mullet 76% connected

Any one of numerous fishes of the genus Mugil; -- called also gray mullets. They are found on the coasts of both continents, and are highly esteemed…

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Goatfish 92% connected

A fish of the genus Upeneus, inhabiting the Gulf of Mexico. It is allied to the surmullet.

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