Fin's Fish Guide
The Silver warehou (Seriolella caerulea) is a saltwater fish of the family Centrolophidae that grows up to 65 cm.
Cool waters around New Zealand and southern Australia; continental shelf and slope.
Description
The white warehou is a fish of the medusafish family (Centrolophidae) from the cool waters of the southern hemisphere around New Zealand and southern Australia. The species grows to about 65 cm and has a streamlined, blue-grey to silvery body. Adults are demersal on the continental shelf and upper slope; juveniles live pelagically and sometimes shelter under floating jellyfish. As an omnivore it feeds on salps, jellyfishes, small zooplankton and small fishes. The white warehou is an important commercial food fish and is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Silver warehou?
The Silver warehou has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Juveniles pelagic under drifting jellyfish, adults demersal; important commercial fish.
Where does the Silver warehou live?
The Silver warehou lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around open water. Cool waters around New Zealand and southern Australia; continental shelf and slope.
How big does the Silver warehou get?
The Silver warehou grows to a maximum of about 65 cm. On average the species is around 40 cm.
Is the Silver warehou dangerous to humans?
No, the Silver warehou is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Silver warehou edible?
Yes, the Silver warehou is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Seriolella
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