Fishing for Oilfish

Ruvettus pretiosus

The oilfish is a deep-sea fish known for its elongated, robust body and dark brown coloration. It inhabits tropical and temperate oceans worldwide, typically found at depths of 100 to 800 meters. Reaching up to 80 inches and weighing around 150 pounds, it feeds on squid and smaller fish. Oilfish are known for their strong swimming abilities and nocturnal hunting behavior. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Poisonous to eat

Source: Fishbase

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