Fishing for New Zealand brill
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The New Zealand brill is a flatfish found in coastal waters around New Zealand. It has a diamond-shaped body with a brownish upper side and a pale underside. This species typically grows up to 18 inches and weighs around 2-4 pounds. It feeds on small fish and invertebrates and is known for its camouflaging behavior on sandy or muddy seabeds. This summary is AI generated
TomSwick, Fishbrain angler since 2013
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Water type
Saltwater
Common depth
89 ft - 161 ft
IUCN Status
Not evaluated
Threat to humans
Harmless
Source: Fishbase
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