Life Cycle
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Pelagic spawner (Ref. 56049).
Trophic Strategy
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Often occurs in rocky areas and in kelp beds. Found from inshore areas to 40 m depth. Feeds on seaweed and small invertebrates (Ref. 2850).
Biology
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Often occur in rocky areas and in kelp beds. Found from inshore areas to 40 m depth. Feed on seaweed and small invertebrates. Pelagic spawner (Ref. 56049). Also caught with harpoons. The flesh is of excellent quality and is marketed fresh (Ref. 9310).
