Fishing for Hapuka

Polyprion oxygeneios

The Hapuka is a robust, deep-bodied fish found in temperate marine waters. It typically reaches lengths of 40-60 inches and can weigh up to 100 pounds. With a diet consisting mainly of smaller fish and squid, it inhabits rocky reefs and offshore structures. Hapuka are solitary, ambush predators known for their powerful swimming and hunting skills. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

Common depth

164 ft - 2802 ft

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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