Fin's Fish Guide
The Eastern nannygai (Centroberyx affinis) is a saltwater fish of the family Berycidae that grows up to 51 cm.
Southwest Pacific; rocky reefs and muddy bottoms of the continental shelf around southeastern Australia and New Zealand.
Description
The redfish is a deep-water fish of the alfonsino family (Berycidae) from the south-western Pacific around south-eastern Australia and New Zealand. The species grows to about 51 cm and has a deep, reddish body with large eyes. It lives on rocky reefs and muddy bottoms of the continental shelf and upper slope, forming dense schools close to the bottom at dawn and dusk that disperse during the day. As a predator it feeds on small fishes, crustaceans and squid. The redfish is an important commercial fish. It is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Eastern nannygai?
The Eastern nannygai has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly red-orange and shows a plain pattern. Red body with large eyes; forms dense shoals just above the bottom at dawn and dusk.
Where does the Eastern nannygai live?
The Eastern nannygai lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Southwest Pacific; rocky reefs and muddy bottoms of the continental shelf around southeastern Australia and New Zealand.
How big does the Eastern nannygai get?
The Eastern nannygai grows to a maximum of about 51 cm.
Is the Eastern nannygai dangerous to humans?
No, the Eastern nannygai is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Eastern nannygai edible?
Yes, the Eastern nannygai is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Centroberyx
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