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Zebra

Chirodactylus brachydactylus

Zebra (Chirodactylus brachydactylus)

Photo: Georgina Jones · CC BY-SA 4.0

Depthbetween 2 and 25 m
Habitatrocky bottoms
DifficultyEasy

The Zebra (Chirodactylus brachydactylus) is one of the species that spearfishers and freedivers log in Apnaut. It usually frequents rocky bottoms and is found between 2 and 25 m, so it pays to adjust your search depth. It is usually solitary, which shapes how to approach it.

It's relatively accessible with basic technique. In Apnaut you have its minimum legal size across 1 different zones. Always check your area's current regulations before taking it.

Behaviour: usually solitary.

Minimum legal size by zone

ZoneMinimum size
South Africa30 cm

Where to catch it

Other names

Pez cebra (es)

Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum legal size for Zebra?

It depends on the area. For example, South Africa: 30 cm. See the full size-by-zone table above.

At what depth is Zebra found?

Usually between 2 and 25 m, mostly over rocky bottoms.

Is it hard to spearfish on a single breath?

Its difficulty is “easy”. It is also usually solitary. In Apnaut you can log your catches and their size.

Log it in Apnaut

Add this species to your collection, log your catches with their size and check the legal minimum for your area, all from your phone.

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