The red morwong is a robust, deep-bodied fish with a distinctive reddish-brown coloration and prominent scales. It typically inhabits rocky reefs and coastal waters. Reaching up to 24 inches and weighing around 10 pounds, it feeds on algae and small invertebrates. Known for its territorial behavior, the red morwong is often seen defending its feeding grounds. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Red morwong
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