Blue hottentot
📖 Overview
Found on rocky substrate. Feeds on benthic organisms like worms, ascidians, crustaceans, mollusks and algae . Rarely caught by shore anglers. Esteemed food fish. Sold fresh in markets.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 10 - 11; Dorsal soft rays (total): 11 - 13; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 10. Head cobalt blue, body blue-streaked bronzy-yellow.: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Blue hottentot is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Also Ref. 28504.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 20 - 50 m. Subtropical; 28°S - 34°S South Africa.
🌿 Ecology
benthic organisms like worms, ascidians, crustaceans, mollusks and algae (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🎣 Angling Guide
- medium-heavy 7ft spinning rod
- 30-50 lb braid
- fluorocarbon leader
- grass flats
- oyster bars
- marsh drains
- deeper channel edges
Use barbless hooks, minimise air exposure, and revive fish head-first in current before release.
⚠️ Slot limits protect breeding-size fish. Verify daily bag limits.
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
⚡ Nutrition
Per 100g cooked - Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Protein | 19.5 g |
| Omega-3 (total) | 322 mg |
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Blue hottentot has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔬 Full Nutritional Profile
Per 100g - Raw, per 100g - Source: USDA FoodData Central templates (lean white fish average)
📊 Population Dynamics
| Year | Region | Index | Notes |
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