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Posted Sat 24 May 2008 by Kate

Kingfish

King fish, haku, Seriola lalandi
Size:160cm
Habitat: Bays, reefs, and open water.
Diet: Schooling fish such as koheru, trevally and demoiselles.
Behaviour: Supreme predators, often working together to herd their prey into a tight ball then taking turns to pick off individuals.

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