Morwong fuscus (Castelnau, 1879) Red morwong |
photo by
Randall, J.E. |
Family: | Latridae (Trumpeters) | |||
Max. size: | 65 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | reef-associated; marine; depth range - 30 m | |||
Distribution: | Western Pacific: eastern Australia and northeastern New Zealand. | |||
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Biology: | Adults found on exposed rocky reefs down to about 30 m; juveniles on coastal reefs, amongst algae. | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless |