The sea world is full of wonders that God made, and perhaps the strangest type of fish in the Mediterranean is the “laughing fish” or what is called the fish of youth or the ray, which is a fish with a smiley face and a strange appearance that differs from other species.
This type of fish has many benefits. Most notably, its meat is useful for back bones and vertebrae, which is why it is called the "back nail". Eggs are also extracted from its hollows, which contain a cream-like substance that treats hemorrhoids and fissures.
The laughing fish is considered one of the fish that does not contain spines, rather it is cartilage that is eaten, and it is emptied by the seller and sold by the kilo, and its price is considered appropriate for its many benefits, so the price of a kilo of pure meat is 120 pounds.
The appearance of this fish differs from others, as its face from the back includes only its eyes, and from the inside there are pockets, a mouth, and breathing holes, and its weight ranges from 2 kg to 30 kg, and its length may reach two meters.
It is found in abundance in the Mediterranean Sea, and it is known to the people of the northern coasts, especially in Port Said. It is considered a peaceful species that defends itself with its tail. Despite its frightening appearance to some, it is a peaceful fish.
Mediterranean fishermen catch them by ship, with large hooks, and at great depths in the sea, of different sizes.
The laughing fish appears in certain seasons of the year, starting from July and continuing its presence in the markets until December.
There are different ways to cook it according to the creativity of the lady of the house, so it is prepared and prepared whether it is fried or casserole in the oven, after cutting it into fillet shapes without thorns, and it is considered one of the most delicious types of fish and everyone loves it.

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