Where Does Western Talma Live?

Western Talma lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Western Talma

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow coastal waters, from the surface down to about 30 meters (100 feet).

Environment

Inhabits rocky reefs, coral reefs, and seagrass beds. Often found in areas with strong currents and abundant algal growth. Forms schools, sometimes large, near the surface or over reef structures.

Geographic range

Endemic to the temperate and subtropical waters of Western Australia, from the Houtman Abrolhos Islands south to the Recherche Archipelago.

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