The Banded morwong (Cheilodactylus spectabilis) is a fish of the family Cheilodactylidae that grows up to 100 cm.
Description
The banded morwong is a morwong (Cheilodactylidae) from the waters around southeastern Australia and New Zealand. The species is robust and has a red-brown body with broad, dark crossbars and strongly elongated lower pectoral fin rays. It lives on rocky coastal reefs, where it probes the bottom with its pectoral fin rays. It feeds on small bottom invertebrates such as crustaceans, worms and molluscs. The species can reach a great age. It is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Banded morwong?
The Banded morwong is mainly red-orange and shows a vertical stripes pattern.
Where does the Banded morwong live?
The Banded morwong is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Banded morwong get?
The Banded morwong grows to a maximum of about 100 cm. On average the species is around 60 cm.
Is the Banded morwong dangerous to humans?
No, the Banded morwong is harmless to humans.
Is the Banded morwong edible?
Yes, the Banded morwong is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Cheilodactylus
More from the family Cheilodactylidae
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