Fishing for Red gurnard

Chelidonichthys cuculus

The red gurnard is a distinctive fish known for its vibrant red coloration and wing-like pectoral fins. Typically found in coastal waters, it inhabits sandy or muddy seabeds. It reaches up to 18 inches in length and weighs around 4 pounds. The red gurnard feeds on crustaceans and small fish, using its pectoral fins to "walk" along the seabed. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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