Fishing for Red morwong

Morwong fuscus

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

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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South Reef

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Cruwee Cove

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Camp Cove

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Nullica Bay

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Boulder Bay

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Flat Rock Creek

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Hunters Bay

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The Basin

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Hunters Bay

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