Fishing for Beardie

Lotella phycis

The Beardie is a small, bottom-dwelling fish known for its elongated body and distinctive barbels. Typically reaching 12-16 inches in length and weighing up to 2 pounds, it inhabits rocky coastal waters. Its diet consists mainly of crustaceans and small fish. The Beardie is nocturnal, often hiding in crevices during the day and emerging at night to feed. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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