In Australia, large individuals dwell in oceanic and offshore habitats while juveniles are found in estuarine and freshwater habitats. Individuals begin to move offshore when around 2 years old.
It is recorded in Australia that this species can live for at least 37 years, and the maximum age is estimated to be more than 40 years old.
Description
Adults:
Body greenish brown to red.
Fins are dusky brown to reddish. Pelvic fins have white margins, while caudal fins have a black margin.
Scales are dim with a pale margin.
1 – 2 sharp blue lines may be visible on the cheeks.
Juveniles:
