Red Gurnard

Saltwater
Red Gurnard - Irish Sea Saltwater Fish Species
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Irish Name:
Cnúdán Dearg
Scientific Name:
Chelidonichthys cuculus

Description

Brightly coloured gurnard. Found on mixed seabeds. Makes grunting sounds.

Identification

Bright red. Blue pectoral fins with blue edge. Armoured head. Free pectoral rays.

Species Information
  • Category Sea
  • Habitat Saltwater
  • Average Weight 0.50 kg
Specimen Threshold

Irish Specimen Fish Committee (ISFC) qualifying sizes:

Weight 0.907 kg
(2.00 lbs)
Length 45.0 cm
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