Bludger
Turrum gymnostethus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 12–100 m
- Max size: 90 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The bludger is a large trevally of deep offshore reefs, where big adults patrol alone among corals and rocks. It chases shrimp and small fish, and the juveniles band together in small schools closer to shore.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Carangiformes › Carangidae › Carangoides
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1802028.
FAQ
- How deep does the Bludger live?
- The Bludger (Turrum gymnostethus) is typically found at 12–100 m.
- Is the Bludger dangerous to divers?
- The Bludger is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Bludger get?
- The Bludger grows to about 90 cm.