Fishing for Banded morwong

Chirodactylus spectabilis

The banded morwong is a marine fish recognized for its distinctive vertical stripes and elongated, laterally compressed body. Commonly found in rocky reefs and coastal waters around southeastern Australia and New Zealand, it can grow up to 25 inches long and weigh approximately 10 pounds. It primarily consumes benthic invertebrates and exhibits territorial behavior, often seen defending its home range. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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Banded morwong

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