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A deep-bodied bright red reef fish with enormous eyes and a dark gill-edge bar, active at night and sheltering in caves by day. Its large eyes give it the local nickname 'father of eyes'.
Reef caves, ledges and lagoon coral heads
Night fishing around reef caves and ledges
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Medium outfit with a and a strong, sharp hook.
A fresh shrimp fished on the is the reliable choice.
Eating & safety
It bears sharp fin and gill spines, so handle with care when unhooking.
Stung or poisoned? First-aid steps →Best conditions: Night fishing around reef caves and ledges
Its species name 'murdjan' derives from the Arabic word for coral, fitting for a fish that lives among the reefs.