Dorab wolf-herring (Chirocentrus dorab) is a saltwater, brackish species recorded in Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia. It is mainly found over reef, at depths of 0–120 m. The main season in Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia runs all year.
Scientific name: Chirocentrus dorab · Water: Saltwater, Brackish · Season: All year
Size: up to 100 cm
The dorab wolf-herring is a chirocentrid found inshore, including brackish water, from the shore down to about 120 m; in Australia it has been recorded at water temperatures of 26 to 29 degrees. It schools, and it is a voracious predator of small fish - mainly small schooling species such as herrings and anchovies - as well as crustaceans. Commonly about 60 cm and up to 100 cm standard length. Its fishing vulnerability of 61 out of 100 is on the high side. In season all year, medium priced and sold fresh, frozen or dried salted.
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