The Australian ruff is a coastal fish known for its streamlined body and silver scales. Typically measuring 12-16 inches and weighing 2-4 pounds, it thrives in temperate marine waters. Its diet consists mainly of small crustaceans and plankton. The species exhibits schooling behavior, often forming large groups near rocky reefs and coastal areas. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Australian ruff
length · weight
Australian ruff
length · weight
Australian ruff
length · weight
Australian ruff
length · weight


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