Fishing for Cape Gurnard

Chelidonichthys capensis
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The Cape Gurnard is a striking marine fish known for its vibrant red coloration and wing-like pectoral fins. It inhabits sandy and muddy bottoms of the continental shelf off southern Africa. Typically reaching 12-16 inches and weighing up to 4 pounds, it feeds on crustaceans and small fish. This species is noted for its benthic foraging behavior. This summary is AI generated

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Water type

Saltwater

Common depth

33 ft - 1280 ft

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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