Fishing for Bandfish

Acanthocepola abbreviata

The bandfish is a slender, elongated fish known for its vibrant red and orange coloration. It typically measures around 8-10 inches in length and weighs up to 0.5 pounds. Inhabiting sandy or muddy seabeds, it feeds on small invertebrates. Bandfish are solitary and burrow into the substrate, emerging to forage during the day. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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