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Goldring surgeonfish (kole)
Ctenochaetus strigosus
Photo: KimonBerlin · CC BY-SA 2.0
The Goldring surgeonfish (kole) (Ctenochaetus strigosus) is a common target in breath-hold spearfishing. It usually frequents reef and is found between 2 and 25 m, so it pays to adjust your search depth. It is it moves in schools, which shapes how to approach it.
It's an accessible catch, good for beginners. In Apnaut you have its minimum legal size across 1 different zones. Always check your area's current regulations before taking it.
Behaviour: it moves in schools.
Minimum legal size by zone
| Zone | Minimum size |
|---|---|
| Hawaii | 5" (13 cm) |
Where to catch it
Other names
Cirujano kole (es)
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum legal size for Goldring surgeonfish (kole)?
It depends on the area. For example, Hawaii: 5" (13 cm). See the full size-by-zone table above.
At what depth is Goldring surgeonfish (kole) found?
Usually between 2 and 25 m, mostly over reef.
Is it hard to spearfish on a single breath?
Its difficulty is “very easy”. It is also it moves in schools. In Apnaut you can log your catches and their size.
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