The American angler is a bottom-dwelling fish known for its distinctive large head and wide mouth filled with sharp teeth. It uses a modified spine as a lure to attract prey, primarily fish and invertebrates. Inhabiting the Atlantic Ocean's continental shelf, it typically measures 24-40 inches and weighs 15-50 pounds. Its behavior is solitary and ambush-based. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
According to catch data from over 15 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the top baits used to catch American angler.