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
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Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
According to catch data from over 15 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the top baits used to catch Oilfish.