Bludger
📖 Overview
Adults inhabit deep offshore reefs . They are found near corals and rocks. Large individuals are solitary. They feed on shrimp and small fish . Juveniles form small schools. Excellent food fish . Minimum depth range based on occurrence ; to be replaced with a better reference.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 28 - 32; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 25 - 26. : fusiform / normal; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bludger is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 12 - 100 m . Tropical; 34°N - 35°S, 25°E - 170°W West Pacific: Red Sea and East Africa to New Caledonia, north to the Ryukyu Islands, south to the Great Barrier Reef.
🌿 Ecology
shrimp and small fish (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 | 20.3 g |
| Omega-3 (total) | 162 mg |
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Bludger has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
📊 Population Dynamics
| Year | Region | Index | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| - | - | - |
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