Hi, Someone could help me in the identification of this fish. I found it in a rocky bay at 1m depth in Ionian sea (Mediterranenan Sea). It is probably a juvanile, it was around 7-10cm. Thank ou very much
Dear Valerio. It does look like a juvenile of S. cantharus as said above. However the photos are not very clear to be absolutely sure. Please pay attention to the possibility of a Lessepsian species since those are getting widespread in your area. I suggest you contact some experts on these invaders (e.g. D. Golani, R. Fricke).