Where Does Westralian Dhufish Live?

Westralian Dhufish lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Westralian Dhufish

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Typically found in depths ranging from 5 to 200 meters, most commonly between 20 and 80 meters.

Environment

Demersal, inhabiting rocky reefs, ledges, caves, and areas with mixed sand and rubble bottoms. Juveniles may be found in shallower, more sheltered reef areas.

Geographic range

Endemic to the temperate waters of Western Australia, from the Recherche Archipelago in the south to the North West Cape in the north. Its primary distribution is along the southwestern coast.

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