Banded Rudderfish
Seriola zonata
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 3–360 m
- Max size: 75 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Young banded rudderfish often shadow larger drifting objects and even big fish, while adults keep to coastal waters over the continental shelf. This jack ranges from a few metres down to well over 300 and hunts smaller fish and shrimp.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Carangiformes › Carangidae › Seriola
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 159650.
FAQ
- How deep does the Banded Rudderfish live?
- The Banded Rudderfish (Seriola zonata) is typically found at 3–360 m.
- Is the Banded Rudderfish dangerous to divers?
- The Banded Rudderfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Banded Rudderfish get?
- The Banded Rudderfish grows to about 75 cm.