Bank Steenbras
Chirodactylus grandis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–150 m
- Max size: 1.8 m
- For divers: safe
The largest of the morwong family, the bank steenbras prefers rocky and muddy offshore banks, feeding through the day on small bottom dwelling invertebrates and the odd squid or fish. It grows to nearly two metres and draws both line and net fisheries.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Centrarchiformes › Cheilodactylidae › Chirodactylus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218870.
FAQ
- How deep does the Bank Steenbras live?
- The Bank Steenbras (Chirodactylus grandis) is typically found at 0–150 m.
- Is the Bank Steenbras dangerous to divers?
- The Bank Steenbras is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Bank Steenbras get?
- The Bank Steenbras grows to about 1.8 m.